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title: "Framework Agreement for Office, Paper, EOS & Library Supplies (OPELS)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0453db"
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# Framework Agreement for Office, Paper, EOS & Library Supplies (OPELS)

Buyer: NORTH WESTERN UNIVERSITIES PURCHASING CONSORTIUM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0453db

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## Summary

The North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium (NWUPC) has awarded a Framework Agreement for Office, Paper, EOS & Library Supplies (OPELS), amalgamating two previous agreements in the office supplies industry category. This process involved multiple lots, including Office Supplies, Bulk Paper, Computer Supplies, and Library Supplies. The agreement started on 1st August 2024, running initially for twenty-four months until 31st July 2026, with the possibility of two twelve-month extensions, potentially concluding on 31st July 2028. The total estimated value for this framework is £82,682,690, with key suppliers such as Banner Group Ltd, Lyreco UK Ltd, and others based across the UK in areas including Sheffield and Glasgow, making it geographically diverse and beneficial for a wide range of organisations including universities and public sector bodies.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the office and library supplies industry to secure long-term contracts and solidify their market presence. Large companies like Banner Group Ltd and SMEs like Wildhearts Office Ltd participated, indicating that both large and small businesses are well-suited to compete. The framework encourages competitive pricing with a higher weight on price (60%) over quality (40%), making it ideal for firms that can deliver cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality. Participation in this tender can enhance business growth by expanding market reach and establishing robust partnerships within the public and education sectors.

## Notice

NWUPC is establishing a multi-provider Framework Agreement for Office, Paper, EOS & Library Supplies (OPELS) OFF3166 NW which will amalgamate two existing agreements: * Office Computer & Library * Paper Print & Specialist This framework will be accessible to members of the following organisations: Advance Procurement for Universities and Colleges Higher Education Purchasing Consortium Wales London Universities Purchasing Consortium North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium The lotting structure will be: Lot 1 Office Supplies Lot 2 Bulk Paper Lot 3 Computer Supplies Lot 4 Library Supplies

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - Office Supplies

Not limited to, the following scope; general office products, cut paper (desktop delivery quantities), minor office equipment, envelopes, furniture and presentation, printer toner and ink, computer external storage, computer peripherals e.g. cables, media storage, book care, book trolleys and display supplies, library security supplies, referencing supplies, janitorial products for office use, other office supplies products, other computer supplies products, other library supplies product. Additional information: Please read the complete tender document set, including the supplier guide to tendering, prior to completing.

Renewal: The framework will commence on 1st August 2024 for an initial period of 24 months until 31st July 2026 with the option to extend the agreement for 12 months until 31st July 2027 and a further 12 months until 31st July 2028 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator Performance

Lot 2 - Bulk Paper

Bulk Paper the supply of the following types of paper in bulk includes but is not limited to: coated and uncoated papers, recycled and virgin papers, cut sheet and reel papers, a variety of paper sizes including SR, A4 and A3 and a variety of FSC and PEFC certified papers. Specialist papers may be purchased in smaller quantities. This list is not exhaustive. Additional information: Please read the complete tender document set, including the supplier guide to tendering, prior to completing.

Renewal: The framework will commence on 1st August 2024 for an initial period of 24 months until 31st July 2026 with the option to extend the agreement for 12 months until 31st July 2027 and a further 12 months until 31st July 2028 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator Performance

Lot 3 - Computer Supplies

Computer Supplies includes but is not limited to printer toner and ink, computer external storage, computer peripherals e.g. cables, media storage, other computer supplies products. This list is not exhaustive. Additional information: Please read the complete tender document set, including the supplier guide to tendering, prior to completing.

Renewal: The framework will commence on 1st August 2024 for an initial period of 24 months until 31st July 2026 with the option to extend the agreement for 12 months until 31st July 2027 and a further 12 months until 31st July 2028 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator Performance

Lot 4 - Library Supplies

Library Supplies includes but is not limited to book care, book trolleys and display supplies, library security supplies, referencing supplies, other library supplies products. This list is not exhaustive

Renewal: The framework will commence on 1st August 2024 for an initial period of 24 months until 31st July 2026 with the option to extend the agreement for 12 months until 31st July 2027 and a further 12 months until 31st July 2028 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/038227-2024 |
| 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 | 26 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £82,682,690 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £82,682,690 |

## 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 | Pendleton & Charlestown |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 15 |
| Supplier names | ANTALIS; BANNER GROUP; BATES OFFICE SERVICES; COMCEN COMPUTER SUPPLIES; CPP TRADING GROUP LTD T/A CLYDE PAPER & PRINT; ELLIOTT BAXTER; LYRECO; OFFICEXPRESS EUROPE; PARAGON CUSTOMER COMMUNICATIONS (LONDON; PREMIER PAPER GROUP; SPRINGFIELD BUSINESS PAPERS; WF EDUCATION GROUP; WILDHEARTS OFFICE; WL COLLER; XMA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 22600000 - Ink
- 22610000 - Printing ink
- 22993400 - Corrugated paper or paperboard
- 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 30100000 - Office machinery, equipment and supplies except computers, printers and furniture
- 30125000 - Parts and accessories of photocopying apparatus
- 30125100 - Toner cartridges
- 30125110 - Toner for laser printers/fax machines
- 30125120 - Toner for photocopiers
- 30191000 - Office equipment except furniture
- 30192000 - Office supplies
- 30192110 - Ink products
- 30192113 - Ink cartridges
- 30192121 - Ballpoint pens
- 30192122 - Fountain pens
- 30192123 - Fibre pens
- 30192124 - Felt-tipped pens
- 30192127 - Pen holders
- 30192130 - Pencils
- 30192132 - Pencil lead refills
- 30192133 - Pencil sharpeners
- 30192134 - Pencil holders
- 30192930 - Correction pens
- 30192940 - Correction pen refills
- 30197620 - Writing paper
- 30197630 - Printing paper
- 30197642 - Photocopier paper and xerographic paper
- 30199300 - Embossed or perforated paper
- 30199330 - Continuous paper for computer printers
- 30199400 - Gummed or adhesive paper
- 30199410 - Self-adhesive paper
- 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies
- 30237200 - Computer accessories
- 30237400 - Data entry accessories
- 37822000 - Drawing pens
- 39133000 - Display units
- 39153100 - Bookstands
- 39155000 - Library furniture
- 39171000 - Display cases

## Release History

- 26 Nov 2024 at 16:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038227-2024
- 29 May 2024 at 13:34 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016769-2024
- 21 Apr 2024 at 08:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012904-2024

## 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/members/
- http://www.neupc.ac.uk/our-members
- http://www.nwupc.ac.uk
- 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=80007&B=NWUPC
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/91080
- https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/
- https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/nhs-provider-directory/
- https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/articles/list-public-bodies-which-ni-public-procurement-policy-applies
- https://www.gov.uk/find-local-council
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/charity-commission
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/registered-providers-of-social-housing
- https://www.hospiceuk.org/hospice-care-finder
- https://www.local.gov.uk
- https://www.lupc.ac.uk/member-list
- https://www.nationalfirechiefs.org.uk/fire-and-rescue-services
- https://www.nationalparks.uk/
- 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/publicsectorclassificationguide
- https://www.police-information.co.uk/index.html
- https://www.psni.police.uk
- https://www.supc.ac.uk/about-us/our-members/our-members

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