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title: "TWBC & MBC Stationery and Office Supplies"
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# TWBC & MBC Stationery and Office Supplies

Buyer: TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04176d

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## Summary

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) and Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) are seeking a reputable supplier to fulfil their office stationery and equipment requirements. This procurement falls under the industry category of "Office Supplies" (CPV code 30192000) and is relevant to the UKJ45 region. The tender has been split into four lots: TWBC Stationery and Office Supplies, MBC Stationery, Office, and Catering Supplies, TWBC Office Chairs, and MBC Specialist Paper. The procurement process is at the 'Tender' stage with an open procedure being followed. Key dates include the tender period closing on 5th January 2024 and the award period beginning on 12th January 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in office supplies and equipment. With an initial contract term of three years and potential for two additional one-year extensions, it provides a stable and long-term business opportunity. The procurement criteria emphasize cost (80%) and quality (20%), positioning cost-effective yet high-quality suppliers to benefit. Both large enterprises and SMEs, especially those able to deliver tailored office solutions for public sector entities in the specified regions, would be well-suited to compete.

## Notice

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) and Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) are looking to procure a reputable supplier to fulfil their office stationery and equipment requirements. Contract Term: The contract will be for an initial three years followed by two optional annual extensions subject to commercial review (3+1+1).

### Lot Information

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Stationery and Office Supplies

In order to best satisfy the needs of the service, this tender has been split into four lots: 1. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Stationery and Office Supplies 2. Maidstone Borough Council Stationery, Office, and Catering Supplies 3. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Office Chairs 4. Maidstone Borough Council Specialist Paper.

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three years followed by two optional annual extensions subject to commercial review (3+1+1).

Maidstone Borough Council Stationery, Office, and Catering Supplies

In order to best satisfy the needs of the service, this tender has been split into four lots: 1. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Stationery and Office Supplies 2. Maidstone Borough Council Stationery, Office, and Catering Supplies 3. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Office Chairs 4. Maidstone Borough Council Specialist Paper.

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three years followed by two optional annual extensions subject to commercial review (3+1+1).

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Office Chairs

In order to best satisfy the needs of the service, this tender has been split into four lots: 1. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Stationery and Office Supplies 2. Maidstone Borough Council Stationery, Office, and Catering Supplies 3. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Office Chairs 4. Maidstone Borough Council Specialist Paper.

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three years followed by two optional annual extensions subject to commercial review (3+1+1).

Maidstone Borough Council Specialist Paper.

In order to best satisfy the needs of the service, this tender has been split into four lots: 1. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Stationery and Office Supplies 2. Maidstone Borough Council Stationery, Office, and Catering Supplies 3. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Office Chairs 4. Maidstone Borough Council Specialist Paper.

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three years followed by two optional annual extensions subject to commercial review (3+1+1).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027959-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 2 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2024 - 28 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £370,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | TUNBRIDGE WELLS |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN1 1RS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ46 West Kent |
| Local authority | Tunbridge Wells |
| Electoral ward | Park |
| Westminster constituency | Tunbridge Wells |
| Delivery location | TLJ45 Mid Kent, TLJ46 West Kent |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | BANNER GROUP; BATES OFFICE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30192000 - Office supplies
- 30192700 - Stationery
- 30199000 - Paper stationery and other items

## Release History

- 2 Sep 2024 at 13:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027959-2024
- 10 Nov 2023 at 15:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033327-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk
- http://www.maidstone.gov.uk
- http://www.tunbridgewells.gov.uk

## Provenance

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