--- title: "YPO - 001011 Paper fasteners" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02dea0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02dea0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02dea0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02dea0.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "YPO" published: "2021-12-02" --- # YPO - 001011 Paper fasteners Buyer: YPO Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02dea0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02dea0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02dea0.json) ## Summary YPO, a central purchasing body based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, is conducting an open tender for the supply of paper fasteners and office essentials primarily aimed at the education sector. This tender, titled "YPO - 001011 Paper fasteners," falls within the goods category, specifically classified under small office equipment (CPV 30197000). The procurement process is currently in the active tender stage, and bids must be submitted by 11th October 2021, with a potential contract duration from 2nd November 2021 to 1st November 2023, including options for extension for an additional 12 months each, resulting in a maximum contract period of four years. The tender also includes a standstill period of at least 10 calendar days after contract award notifications to allow for challenges to the award decision. This procurement opportunity represents significant potential for businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that supply small office equipment. Companies experienced in product quality, delivery and customer service, and sustainability will be particularly well-suited to compete. The tender comprises various lots, including paper clips, treasury tags, and additional office essentials, creating avenues for suppliers specialising in diverse office stationery products to engage with YPO and potentially expand their market presence within the education sector. ## Notice A Framework Agreement for the supply of Paper Fasteners and Office Essentials for use primarily in the education market. This Framework is designed to meet the needs of YPO by establishing an agreement for Providers to deliver stock into YPO's distribution centre in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. ### Lot Information Paper Clips Variety of paper clips to include: Plain metal paper clip in the size of 22mm, pack of 1000, Plain metal paper clip in the size of 33mm; pack of 1000, Plain metal paper clip in the size of 50mm; pack of 100, Wavy metal paper clip in the size of 50mm; pack of 100, Assorted coloured paper clips in the size of 33mm; tub of 400, Assorted coloured paper clips in the size of 50mm; tub of 150. Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 9th November 2021 - 8th November 2023 with two options to extend for an additional 12 months each. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of June 2023 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 9th November 2021 to 8th November 2025 (subject to an annual review, incorporating price negotiations and KPI performance). Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date. Treasury Tags Variety of treasury tags: 25mm metal ended treasury tags in a pack of 100; 50mm metal ended treasury tags in a pack of 100; 75mm metal ended treasury tags in a pack of 100; 100mm metal ended treasury tags in a pack of 100; 125mm metal ended treasury tags in a pack of 100; 150mm metal ended treasury tags in a pack of 100; 100mm metal ended elasticated treasury tags in a pack of 100; 25mm plastic ended treasury tags in a pack of 100; 50mm plastic ended treasury tags in a pack of 100; 75mm plastic ended treasury tags in a pack of 100; 150mm plastic ended treasury tags in a pack of 100. Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 9th November 2021 - 8th November 2023 with two options to extend for an additional 12 months each. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of June 2023 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 9th November 2021 to 8th November 2025 (subject to an annual review, incorporating price negotiations and KPI performance). Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date. Paper Fasteners 25mm brass or silver paper fasteners, in a tub of 500 Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 9th November 2021 - 8th November 2023 with two options to extend for an additional 12 months each. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of June 2023 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 9th November 2021 to 8th November 2025 (subject to an annual review, incorporating price negotiations and KPI performance). Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date. Foldback and Letter Clips Variety of foldback and letter clips to include: 19mm assorted coloured metal foldback clips in a tub of 50; 30mm metal letter clips in a pack of 10; 50mm metal letter clips in a pack of 10; 70mm metal letter clips in a pack of 10. Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 9th November 2021 - 8th November 2023 with two options to extend for an additional 12 months each. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of June 2023 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 9th November 2021 to 8th November 2025 (subject to an annual review, incorporating price negotiations and KPI performance). Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date. Pins A variety of pins to include: Assorted coloured 9.5mm head drawing pins in a tub of 1000; Brass coloured 9.5mm head drawing pins in a tub of 750; Brass coloured 12mm head drawing pins in a box of 144; Assorted coloured 15mm push pins in a tub of 200; Assorted coloured Map tacks with a head of 4.5mm and a length of 13.5mm in a pack of 100 in assorted colours. Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 9th November 2021 - 8th November 2023 with two options to extend for an additional 12 months each. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of June 2023 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 9th November 2021 to 8th November 2025 (subject to an annual review, incorporating price negotiations and KPI performance). Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date. Rubber Bands Variety of rubber bands to include: Assorted sized natural coloured rubber bands in a 75g tub; Assorted size and assorted coloured rubber bands in a 75g tub; Natural coloured rubber bands. Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 9th November 2021 - 8th November 2023 with two options to extend for an additional 12 months each. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of June 2023 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 9th November 2021 to 8th November 2025 (subject to an annual review, incorporating price negotiations and KPI performance). Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date. Additional Products (Line by Line) Assorted items to include: 25mm Diameter Loose Leaf Rings in a pack of 50, tub of 15 assorted coloured finger cones, YPO Classroom Collection Stationery Pack is a multipack including: 300 x Coloured Paper Clip 50 x Giant Wavy assorted colour paper clip 200 x Large Map Pins 150 x Push Pins 30 x Fold Back Clips 50 x Mini Pegs 50g x Rubber Bands assorted colours 15 x Erasers 8 Tubs Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 9th November 2021 - 8th November 2023 with two options to extend for an additional 12 months each. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of June 2023 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 9th November 2021 to 8th November 2025 (subject to an annual review, incorporating price negotiations and KPI performance). Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029950-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Dec 2021 | | Submission deadline | 11 Oct 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 27 Oct 2021 | | Contract period | 2 Nov 2021 - 1 Nov 2025 | | Recurrence | There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £1,000,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Active, Unsuccessful | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | YPO | | Locality | WAKEFIELD | | Post town | Wakefield | | Postcode | WF2 0XE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE45 Wakefield | | Local authority | Wakefield | | Electoral ward | Wrenthorpe and Outwood West | | Westminster constituency | Wakefield and Rothwell | | Delivery location | TLE45 Wakefield | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | THE HIRA | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages ### Codes - 30197000 - Small office equipment ## Release History - 2 Dec 2021 at 12:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029950-2021 - 8 Sep 2021 at 15:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022321-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.ypo.co.uk/ - https://procontract.due-north.com/register?ReadForm - https://procontract.duenorth.com/register?ReadForm - https://www.ypo.co.uk/about/customers/permissible-users ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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