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title: "Facilities Supplies"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03b7c3"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2023-12-21"
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# Facilities Supplies

Buyer: NORTH WESTERN UNIVERSITIES PURCHASING CONSORTIUM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03b7c3

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## Summary

The North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium is inviting suppliers to participate in a Framework Agreement for Facilities Supplies. The Framework Agreement covers various lots including air filters, electrical materials, plumbing equipment, and more. The Agreement will start on 1st August 2023 and is initially for 24 months, with the possibility of extension until 31st July 2027. Businesses interested should note the national coverage and the different categories available.

This tender presents opportunities for suppliers to provide a wide range of facility supplies. Businesses specialising in air filters, electrical materials, plumbing equipment, and associated services would find this tender suitable for growth. The tender, overseen by the North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium, follows an open procurement process and offers a chance for businesses to secure contracts for a national scope Framework Agreement.

## Notice

NWUPC is establishing a multi-provider Framework Agreement on behalf of members of NWUPC, APUC (lots 1 and 2 only), HEPCW, LUPC, NEUPC, SUPC and CPC for Facilities Supplies. The Framework Agreement is divided into lots as follows: Lot 1 - Air Filters and Associated Products - UK Lot 2 - Air Filters Supply, Fit, Maintenance, Removal and Disposal - UK Lot 3 - Electrical Materials and Associated Products and Services - GB Lot 4 - Electrical Materials and Associated Products and Services - NI Only Lot 5 - Plumbing, Sanitary and Heating Equipment, Supplies and Associated Services - GB Lot 6 - Plumbing, Sanitary and Heating Equipment, Supplies and Associated Services - NI Only Coverage on this Framework Agreement is national. The Framework Agreement will commence on 01 August 2023 for an initial period of 24 months until 31st July 2025, with the option to extend the Agreement for 2 periods of 12 months until 31st July 2027, subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance.

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - Air Filters and Associated Products - UK

Air Filters and Associated Products includes, but is not limited to, the following scope; the supply of Air Filters. These products will be utilised in the following areas: Air Filters, Air Purifiers and Cleaners. The lot also includes the supply of Associated Products. This list is not exhaustive. Additional information: Please read the Supplier Guide to Tendering, Award Criteria Scoring Mechanism, Invitation to Tender and accompanying appendices prior to completing any sections on this e-tendering system.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 01 August 2023 for an initial period of 24 months until 31 July 2025 with the option to extend the Agreement for 12 months until 31 July 2026 and a further 12 months until 31 July 2027 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance

Lot 2 - Air Filters Supply, Fit, Maintenance, Removal and Disposal - UK

Air Filters Supply, Fit, Maintenance, Removal and Disposal includes, but is not limited to, the following scope: the supply, fit, maintenance and removal of Air Filters. These products will be utilised in the following areas; Air Filters, Air Purifiers and Cleaners. The lot also includes the supply of Associated Products and Associated Services. This list is not exhaustive. Additional information: Please read the Supplier Guide to Tendering, Award Criteria Scoring Mechanism, Invitation to Tender and accompanying appendices prior to completing any sections on this e-tendering system.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 01 August 2023 for an initial period of 24 months until 31 July 2025 with the option to extend the Agreement for 12 months until 31 July 2026 and a further 12 months until 31 July 2027 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance.

Lot 3 - Electrical Materials and Associated Products and Services - GB

Cable, Cable Management, Distribution and Switchgear, Heating, Ventilation and Washroom, Lamps, Lighting Control Gear, Luminaries, Security and Fire, Sustainable Energy Solutions, Test Equipment and Wiring Accessories. Associated Services will include Lighting Scheme Design and Installation, Energy Saving Surveys, Removal, Disposal and Recycling services, Managed Services including but not limited to Managed Stores. Managed Stores will be primarily for the product categories through this lot, however it is envisaged that a small percentage of spend (10% or below) may be for product lines including, but not limited to, Decorative and Building Equipment and Supplies. This list is not exhaustive. Additional information: Please read the Supplier Guide to Tendering, Award Criteria Scoring Mechanism, Invitation to Tender and accompanying appendices prior to completing any sections on this e-tendering system.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 01 August 2023 for an initial period of 24 months until 31 July 2025 with the option to extend the Agreement for 12 months until 31 July 2026 and a further 12 months until 31 July 2027 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance.

Lot 4 - Electrical Materials and Associated Products and Services - NI Only

Cable, Cable Management, Distribution and Switchgear, Heating, Ventilation and Washroom, Lamps, Lighting Control Gear, Luminaries, Security and Fire, Sustainable Energy Solutions, Test Equipment and Wiring Accessories. Associated Services will include Lighting Scheme Design and Installation, Energy Saving Surveys, Removal, Disposal and Recycling services, Managed Services including but not limited to Managed Stores. Managed Stores will be primarily for the product categories through this lot, however it is envisaged that a small percentage of spend (10% or below) may be for product lines including, but not limited to, Decorative and Building Equipment and Supplies. This list is not exhaustive. Additional information: Please read the Supplier Guide to Tendering, Award Criteria Scoring Mechanism, Invitation to Tender and accompanying appendices prior to completing any sections on this e-tendering system.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 01 August 2023 for an initial period of 24 months until 31 July 2025 with the option to extend the Agreement for 12 months until 31 July 2026 and a further 12 months until 31 July 2027 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance.

Lot 5 - Plumbing, Sanitary and Heating Equipment, Supplies and Associated Services - GB

Copper fittings, brass fittings, iron fittings, internal and external plastic (tube and fittings) including waste, drainage and soil, sanitaryware, baths, showers, shower accessories, sinks and fittings (including taps), plumbing sundries, heating accessories, heaters, boiler parts, pumps, radiators, thermostats and valves. It may be a requirement throughout the agreement that Suppliers provide Domestic and Commercial Boilers, Service Kits and Ports, Pumps and Radiators. Additional Services may include Managed Services including but not limited to Managed Stores, this will be primarily for the product categories within the product basket of this tender, this is not a mandatory requirement and will be dependent on individual Member requirements. This list is not exhaustive. Additional information: Please read the Supplier Guide to Tendering, Award Criteria Scoring Mechanism, Invitation to Tender and accompanying appendices prior to completing any sections on this e-tendering system.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 01 August 2023 for an initial period of 24 months until 31 July 2025 with the option to extend the Agreement for 12 months until 31 July 2026 and a further 12 months until 31 July 2027 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance.

Lot 6 - Plumbing, Sanitary and Heating Equipment, Supplies and Associated Services - NI Only

Copper fittings, brass fittings, iron fittings, internal and external plastic (tube and fittings) including waste, drainage and soil, sanitaryware, baths, showers, shower accessories, sinks and fittings (including taps), plumbing sundries, heating accessories, heaters, boiler parts, pumps, radiators, thermostats and valves. It may be a requirement throughout the agreement that Suppliers provide Domestic and Commercial Boilers, Service Kits and Ports, Pumps and Radiators. Additional Services may include Managed Services including but not limited to Managed Stores, this will be primarily for the product categories within the product basket of this tender, this is not a mandatory requirement and will be dependent on individual Member requirements. This list is not exhaustive. Additional information: Please read the Supplier Guide to Tendering, Award Criteria Scoring Mechanism, Invitation to Tender and accompanying appendices prior to completing any sections on this e-tendering system.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 01 August 2023 for an initial period of 24 months until 31 July 2025 with the option to extend the Agreement for 12 months until 31 July 2026 and a further 12 months until 31 July 2027 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037732-2023 |
| 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 | 21 Dec 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 12 May 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jul 2023 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2023 - 31 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £55,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £55,000,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTH WESTERN UNIVERSITIES PURCHASING CONSORTIUM |
| Additional buyers | EUROPEAN UNION |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M5 4WT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 18 |
| Supplier names | ACE FILTRATION; BSS GROUP; CAMFIL; CITY ELECTRICAL FACTORS; EDMUNDSON ELECTRICAL; EYRE & ELLISTON; IFC INTERNATIONAL FILTER; INTERNATIONAL FILTER COMPANY (IFC; JASUN ENVIROCARE; MIDLAND FILTRATION; REXEL; RS COMPONENTS; SMITH BROS. (CAER CONAN) WHOLESALE; TN ROBINSON; WESTBURY FILTERMATION; WOLSELEY; YESSS (A) ELECTRICAL; YESSS ELECTRICAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 31200000 - Electricity distribution and control apparatus
- 31300000 - Insulated wire and cable
- 31500000 - Lighting equipment and electric lamps
- 31680000 - Electrical supplies and accessories
- 39700000 - Domestic appliances
- 42514310 - Air filters
- 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 44115200 - Plumbing and heating materials
- 44115210 - Plumbing materials
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 90731100 - Air quality management
- 90731300 - Air pollution protection services

## Release History

- 21 Dec 2023 at 15:50 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037732-2023
- 21 Dec 2023 at 13:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037680-2023
- 19 Oct 2023 at 14:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030933-2023
- 24 Aug 2023 at 18:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025040-2023
- 5 May 2023 at 14:09 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012996-2023
- 3 Apr 2023 at 15:39 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009701-2023
- 31 Mar 2023 at 12:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009479-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://online.hscni.net
- http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk/#!/members
- http://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/index/getadvice.htm
- http://www.hepcw.ac.uk/about-us-2/
- http://www.nationalparks.uk
- http://www.neupc.ac.uk/our-members
- http://www.oscr.org.uk
- http://www.police.uk/?view=force_sites
- http://www.scotland.police.uk
- https://nwupc.ac.uk/
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=66893&B=NWUPC
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/91080
- https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/
- https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/articles/list-public-bodies-which-ni-public-procurementpolicy-applies
- https://www.gov.uk/find-local-council
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/charity-commission
- https://www.hospiceuk.org/about-hospice-care/find-a-hospice
- https://www.local.gov.uk
- https://www.lupc.ac.uk/member-list
- https://www.nationalfirechiefs.org.uk/Fire-and-Rescue-Services
- https://www.nhs.uk/servicedirectories/pages/nhstrustlisting.aspx
- https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/contacts/government-departments-in-northern-ireland
- https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/contacts/housing-associations
- https://www.northernireland.gov.uk/topics/your-executive/government-departments
- https://www.nwupc.ac.uk/our-members
- https://www.ons.gov.uk/economy/nationalaccounts/uksectoraccounts/datasets/publicsec
- https://www.police-information.co.uk/index.html
- https://www.psni.police.uk
- https://www.supc.ac.uk/about-us/our-members/our-members
- https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/members/

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