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title: "129_28 Copier Paper"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069389"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL, TRADING AS ESPO"
published: "2026-05-07"
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# 129_28 Copier Paper

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL, TRADING AS ESPO  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069389

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## Summary

Leicestershire County Council, trading as ESPO, has initiated a public procurement process at the planning stage for a framework agreement titled "129_28 Copier Paper." The council, acting as the buyer, is based in Leicester, UK, and operates within the public authority sub-central government sector. This procurement focuses on the goods category, specifically targeting the supply of A4/A3 copier and printing papers, including ESPO's own branded products. The estimated value of this contract stands at £12,000,000. Prospective suppliers should note the anticipated contract start date is 1 March 2028, with the contract period extending until 31 March 2029, and flexibility for renewal up to 29 February 2032. The future notice for further details is scheduled for 3 September 2027.

This procurement offers a significant opportunity for businesses in the paper supply sector, particularly those able to meet the demands of a framework agreement. Companies with the capability to deliver high-quality photocopier paper, including SMEs, are well-suited for this tender, given the emphasis on a catalogue range of products required by ESPO. Successful contractors will have the opportunity to distribute their products both to ESPO's distribution centre in Leicester and directly to ESPO's diverse customer base. Engaging in such a framework can enhance business growth, providing substantial financial returns and increased market presence through a reputable public procurement framework.

## Notice

Please note, this is a Pipeline notice only for ESPO contracts that are forecast to be re-procured or new procurement projects that are expected to be undertaken. The details captured are therefore only provided as an estimate, and no further information other than as captured can be provided at this time. For all current ESPO opportunities, please visit https://www.eastmidstenders.org/. ESPO is a trading department of Leicestershire County Council. It is a non-profit making body owned and operated jointly by six local authorities. We provide a catalogue range, providing our customers with access to over 28,000 products that cover all key areas of education and wider public sector requirements. This Pipeline notice is being published to alert the supplier market that ESPO expects to establish a framework for the supply of A4/A3 copier and printing papers, including ESPO's own branded range (Shires), for the ESPO catalogue, for delivery to ESPO's distribution centre, Leicester and for direct delivery to ESPO customers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042005-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline 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 | 7 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 3 Sep 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2028 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL, TRADING AS 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30197643 - Photocopier paper

## Release History

- 7 May 2026 at 13:31 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042005-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042005-2026
  7th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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