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title: "Paper Hygiene and Associated Dispensers"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068e03"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "YORKSHIRE PURCHASING ORGANISATION"
published: "2026-04-29"
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# Paper Hygiene and Associated Dispensers

Buyer: YORKSHIRE PURCHASING ORGANISATION  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068e03

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## Summary

The Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation (YPO) has initiated a tender process to re-establish a framework agreement for the supply of paper hygiene products to the UK public sector. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a market engagement set to conclude on 5th June 2026, as expressions of interest are sought from suppliers. The offerings needed include toilet tissue, hand towels, and associated dispensing units. The procurement falls under the 'Goods' category and aims to serve various public-sector entities across the UK, including schools and local authorities. The future notice date for further tender communications is expected on 1st October 2026.

This procurement offers growth opportunities for businesses that can supply a comprehensive range of established paper hygiene products, proprietary dispensing systems, and the potential development of YPO's own brand products. Suppliers with a strategic focus on sustainability and social value are encouraged to participate, as the initiative seeks to advance UK public-sector priorities such as carbon reduction and community impact. With YPO favouring a multi-lot framework, businesses specialising in specific product categories or delivery models stand well-positioned to compete. This tender is suitable for SMEs looking to expand their reach in the public-sector market, and who can meet the rigorous standards and certification requirements, including FSC/PEFC and ISO accreditations.

## Notice

the products to be included cover all aspects of paper hygiene and associated dispensers: - Toilet Tissue - Hand Towels - Couch Rolls - Facial Tissue - Kitchen Towel - Dispensing units for all the above mentioned

### Planning Information

YPO is seeking expressions of interest from providers of paper hygiene products, including toilet roll, hand towels, dispensers, tissues and towel rolls (e.g., couch rolls), with a view to re‑establishing a comprehensive framework agreement for the supply of these items to the UK public sector, including schools, local authorities, and other public‑sector organisations.
YPO is looking to engage with suppliers who can support a broad range of solutions, including:
Established branded paper hygiene products
Proprietary dispensing systems widely used across the public sector
Development, manufacture and supply of YPO own‑brand (private label) products
Flexible fulfilment models, including warehouse delivery, direct‑to‑site delivery, and hybrid approaches
YPO anticipates a multi‑lot structure and does not require suppliers to deliver across all elements. Suppliers may express interest in one or more areas aligned to their capability and strategic focus.
As part of the expression of interest, suppliers are invited to provide a brief summary covering:
Company capability and product offering
Market insight, including trends, supply chain considerations, innovation, sustainability developments, and pricing pressures
Views on potential framework structure, including lotting, delivery models, and opportunities for efficiency
Social value commitments, aligned to UK public‑sector priorities such as sustainability, carbon reduction, community impact, employment and skills
Relevant certifications and standards, such as FSC/PEFC, ISO accreditations, environmental credentials, and product compliance
Insurance levels, including public liability, product liability, and any other relevant cover
Any additional information that may support YPO’s understanding of your organisation’s capability, capacity, and alignment to public‑sector needs
Following receipt of expressions of interest, YPO will arrange informal Microsoft Teams engagement sessions to discuss capability, market insight, and potential framework structure in more detail.
YPO reserves the right not to proceed to advertise or procure this requirement should it choose not to do so. 
Should YPO wish to proceed further, a formal procurement process will be undertaken in accordance with YPO’s Contract Procedure Rules and, where relevant, the Procurement Act 2023.
Please note that all information is being sought without prejudice and without commitment.
The deadline for expressions of interest is 5th June. 
Please submit your response via email to wfm@ypo.co.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039209-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Jan 2027 - 20 Jan 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | YORKSHIRE PURCHASING ORGANISATION |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 33760000 - Toilet paper, handkerchiefs, hand towels and serviettes
- 33761000 - Toilet paper
- 33763000 - Paper hand towels
- 39514400 - Automatic towel dispensers
- 42968300 - Toilet-roll dispenser system

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2026 at 12:47 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039209-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039209-2026
  29th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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