---
title: "General Office Supplies"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d35e"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d35e.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOUTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-24"
---

# General Office Supplies

Buyer: SOUTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d35e

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## Summary

The public procurement process led by South Tyneside Borough Council for "General Office Supplies" has reached the award and contract stage. This contract, classified under goods procurement, specifically focuses on office stationery and consumables. Operating out of South Shields, the Council selected LYRECO UK LIMITED as the supplier through a selective procurement method under the NEPO502 framework. The procurement was conducted below threshold, meaning it did not require a full competitive process. The contract was signed on 7th July 2026, with a start date set for 1st September 2026, concluding on 30th April 2030. This procurement fits in the public authority - sub-central government category and services the UKC22 region in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in office supplies and related product categories, particularly those capable of fulfilling large-scale contracts. The procurement method highlights an opportunity for companies experienced with direct awards under established frameworks. While LYRECO UK LIMITED has been appointed under this contract, businesses with similar capabilities, especially those offering competitive goods and cost efficiency, could benefit from monitoring and engaging in similar procurement exercises hosted by public authorities. Such contracts provide a stable business line over several years, potentially enhancing market positioning and reputation within the public sector procurement landscape.

## Notice

Lot 1 Primary Supplier - General Office Supplies Office stationery and consumables including, but not limited to, stationery, writing books, pens, folders and office first aid supplies. Direct Award via the NEPO502

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070342-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - award under framework |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 30 Apr 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £400,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | SOUTH SHIELDS |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE33 2RL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | South Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Beacon and Bents |
| Westminster constituency | South Shields |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LYRECO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30190000 - Various office equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 24 Jul 2026 at 13:25 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070342-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070342-2026
  24th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.lyreco.com
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/api/1.0/ocdsReleasePackages/ocds-h6vhtk-055cf1
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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