--- title: "YPO - 001098 Drawing and Painting Papers" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02ee29" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02ee29" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02ee29.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02ee29.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "YPO" published: "2022-05-06" --- # YPO - 001098 Drawing and Painting Papers Buyer: YPO Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02ee29 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02ee29) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02ee29.json) ## Summary The YPO, a public procurement authority based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, has initiated a tender for the supply of Drawing and Painting Papers. This procurement process is classified under goods in the industry category of art and craft paper, targeting suppliers who can deliver products primarily for the education market. The tender period has recently concluded, with completion of the award phase for various lots, including Premium, Economy, and Recycled Cartridge Paper, among others. The procurement method used is an open procedure, establishing a Framework Agreement that began on 1st April 2022 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2026, with options for annual extensions contingent on satisfactory performance and market conditions. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of paper products, particularly those specialising in art and craft materials. Suppliers who are well-versed in quality assurance, customer service, and sustainability practices will be in a strong position to compete for the awarded contracts. Additionally, companies of various sizes, including SMEs and larger enterprises, can benefit from this procurement, as it aims to serve a broad range of public sector organisations by ensuring reliable access to essential stationery products. ## Notice YPO are looking for Providers to be appointed onto a Framework Agreement for the provision of of Drawing and Painting Papers for use primarily in the education market. The 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 and also to meet the needs of all public sector organisations by establishing an agreement for providers to deliver to YPO customers on a direct basis whereby the end customer places the order with YPO and YPO places the order with the provider but the provider delivers direct to the end customer. ### Lot Information Premium Cartridge Paper This lot will cover Premium Drawing Cartridge paper with double sided toothy surface in varying sizes, inclusive of A1, A2, A3 and A4. In a variety of weightings ranging from 115 gsm to 250 gsm. In pack sizes varying between 125 sheets and 250 sheets per pack. Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period 1st April 2022 to 31st March 2023 with three options to extend for an additional 12 months. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of December 2022 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 1st April 2022 to 31st March 2026 (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. Economy Cartridge Paper This lot will cover Economy Cartridge Paper with double sided surface in varying sizes, inclusive of A1, A2, A3 and A4. In a variety of weightings ranging from 100 gsm to 170 gsm. In pack sizes varying between 125 sheets and 250 sheets per pack. Alongside 110 gsm drawing cartridge rolls with double sided surface in sizes 760mmx50m and 1520mmx50m. Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period 1st April 2022 to 31st March 2023 with three options to extend for an additional 12 months. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of December 2022 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 1st April 2022 to 31st March 2026 (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. Recycled Cartridge Paper This lot will cover 100% recycled drawing cartridge paper with double sided surface in varying sizes, inclusive of A1, A2, A3 and A4. In a variety of weightings ranging from 130 gsm to 140 gsm. In pack sizes varying between 125 sheets and 250 sheets per pack. Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period 1st April 2022 to 31st March 2023 with three options to extend for an additional 12 months. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of December 2022 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 1st April 2022 to 31st March 2026 (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. Watercolour Paper This lot will cover Premium Watercolour Cartridge with textured finish both sides in A3. In 180 gsm weighting. In pack sizes of 250 sheets per pack Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period 1st April 2022 to 31st March 2023 with three options to extend for an additional 12 months. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of December 2022 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 1st April 2022 to 31st March 2026 (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. Mechanical Printing Paper This lot will cover Machine Finished Newsprint Sheets varying sizes, inclusive of 508x762mm, 610x860mm, 500x380mm, 380x250mm. In 49 gsm weighting and pack sizes of 500 sheets per pack. This lot will also cover Dual sided Bulky Newsprint - One side similar to bulky newsprint & the other side a smooth drawing cartridge in 508x762mm. In 120 gsm weighting. In pack sizes of 250 sheets per pack. This lot will also cover Tempera Bulky Newsprint Sheets and Rolls in varying sizes inclusive of 508X760mm 380x284mm 455mmx230m. In 80 gsm weighting. With sheets in pack sizes of 500 sheets per pack. In addition, this lot will cover Junior Art Paper in the size 508X760mm. In 60 gsm weighting and pack sizes of 500 sheets per pack. Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period 1st April 2022 to 31st March 2023 with three options to extend for an additional 12 months. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of December 2022 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 1st April 2022 to 31st March 2026 (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 Direct Supply and Bulk Packs This lot will cover Kraft Rolls supplied in a Bumper Box and individually film wrapped. Paper to be recycled in the size 762mm x 4.5m. In the weighting of 53 gsm. In the pack size 36 rolls. This lot will also cover Cartridge Paper Combo Pack in the sizes A4 x1000, A3 x250, A2 x250. In the weighting of 130 gsm. In the pack size of 1750 sheets. Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period 1st April 2022 to 31st March 2023 with three options to extend for an additional 12 months. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of December 2022 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 1st April 2022 to 31st March 2026 (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/011915-2022 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 May 2022 | | Submission deadline | 19 Nov 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 11 Jan 2022 | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2026 | | 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 | £2,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £2,000,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Active | | 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 | 4 | | Supplier names | DALER-ROWNEY; HIGHER KINGS MILL; JAMES CROPPER; PENISTONE PAPER & BOARD | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories ### Codes - 37823500 - Art and craft paper ## Release History - 6 May 2022 at 16:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011915-2022 - 20 Oct 2021 at 16:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026300-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.ypo.co.uk/ - https://procontract.due-north.com - https://procontract.due-north.com/register?ReadForm - https://procontract.duenorth.com - 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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