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title: "695_24 Design and Refurbishment Solutions for Libraries, Learning Resource Centres and Other Indoor Public Spaces"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-046f43"
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# 695_24 Design and Refurbishment Solutions for Libraries, Learning Resource Centres and Other Indoor Public Spaces

Buyer: ESPO  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-046f43

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## Summary

ESPO has established a comprehensive framework agreement titled "695_24 Design and Refurbishment Solutions for Libraries, Learning Resource Centres and Other Indoor Public Spaces." This framework covers various services, including the full design, sourcing, delivery, and installation for libraries and other public spaces. The procurement process is open and conducted under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and implements an open procedure. This tender, with an estimated value of £8,000,000, includes key dates such as the contract start date on 1 September 2024 and an option to extend up to a further 24 months. The framework targets industry sectors like furniture, office fixtures, furnishings, and specialty design services across all administrative regions of the UK and is open for participation by a wide range of public bodies.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the design and refurbishment sector, particularly those specialising in public and educational spaces. SMEs such as furniture suppliers, interior design firms, and refurbishment contractors would find this an ideal opportunity to expand their market presence. The inclusion of diverse lots such as design solutions for libraries and other public spaces allows businesses to offer specialised services. With ESPO's robust monitoring of suppliers' financial stability and the possibility of entering secondary framework agreements through ESPO Trading Limited, businesses can establish long-term commercial relationships and gain access to a broader client base in the public and third sectors.

## Notice

A framework for the provision of design and refurbishment solutions, to include the full design, sourcing, delivery, and installation of project for libraries and other indoor spaces. The framework is not limited to local authority premises and can be accessed for a wide scope of requirements including but not limited to education settings.

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - Design and Refurbishment Solutions for Libraries

Design and refurbishment solutions for libraries including local authority libraries, education libraries, or any other library owned and/or operated by permitted framework users.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period.

Lot 2 - Design and Refurbishment Solutions for Indoor Public Spaces (excluding libraries)

Design and refurbishment solutions for indoor public spaces (excluding libraries) including local authority, education, or any other indoor public space owned and/or operated by permitted framework users.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030283-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,000,000 |
| Lots value | £8,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £4,000,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ESPO |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE19 1ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Enderby |
| Westminster constituency | South Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 8 |
| Supplier names | BOOKSPACE; CONTENTS INTERIOR AND GRAPHIC DESIGN; FG LIBRARY PRODUCTS; MORLEYS (BICESTER; NEWENGLISH STUDIO; SHOWCASE PSR PORTSDOWN; THEDESIGNCONCEPT; WF EDUCATION GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 45 - Construction work
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 39110000 - Seats, chairs and related products, and associated parts
- 39120000 - Tables, cupboards, desk and bookcases
- 39130000 - Office furniture
- 39143300 - Living-room furniture
- 39143310 - Coffee tables
- 39150000 - Miscellaneous furniture and equipment
- 39160000 - School furniture
- 39172000 - Counters
- 39200000 - Furnishing
- 45421153 - Installation of built-in furniture
- 79930000 - Specialty design services

## Release History

- 23 Sep 2024 at 09:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030283-2024
- 12 Jun 2024 at 08:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018115-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/
- https://www.espo.org/
- https://www.espo.org/amfile/file/download/file/9608/
- https://www.espo.org/legal
- https://www.justice.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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