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title: "Supply and Delivery of Education Materials"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000775839"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SCOTLAND EXCEL"
published: "2024-09-09"
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# Supply and Delivery of Education Materials

Buyer: SCOTLAND EXCEL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000775839

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## Summary

Scotland Excel has issued a Prior Information Notice (PIN) for the renewal framework concerning the Supply and Delivery of Education Materials, targeting deliveries throughout Scotland. The procurement process, currently in the planning stage, covers a broad range of educational supplies including general education materials, arts and crafts, paper and exercise books, bespoke homework diaries, early learning materials, additional support needs products, musical instruments, scientific equipment, and sports equipment. Scheduled to publish further details on 10th January 2025, Scotland Excel invites interested suppliers to discuss this upcoming framework, with meetings available starting the week of 30th September. The buying organisation, Scotland Excel, operates under the 'General public services' industry category and is based in Paisley, Renfrewshire.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses providing educational supplies of various categories to engage in a large-scale, multi-lot competition. Companies specialising in educational equipment, arts and crafts supplies, musical instruments, or scientific apparatus would be well-suited to compete. The tender also encourages small to medium enterprises that can offer bespoke, high-quality educational materials. By engaging with Scotland Excel through the planned meetings, businesses can gain insights and tailor their proposals to meet the needs of Scottish councils and other participating public bodies, leveraging this framework to expand their market presence in the educational sector.

## Notice

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to the renewal framework for the Supply and Delivery of Education Materials. It is anticipated that the scope of materials covered under the framework may include but not be limited to: General Education Materials; Arts and Crafts Materials; Board, Card, Paper and Exercise Books; Bespoke Homework Diaries; Early Learning Materials; Additional Support Needs (ASN) Products; Musical Instruments; Scientific Equipment; and Sports Equipment. The lotting structure is expected to permit Scottish councils, Scotland Excel Associate Members and other participating public bodies to purchase education materials. Nonetheless, please note that the exact procurement process to be adopted and its layout have yet to be determined and may change from those stated in this notice.

### Lot Information

General Education Materials

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to the renewal framework for Education Materials. The services under this lot will include, but not be limited to, supply and delivery of general education materials.. Please note that the lotting structure for this framework may be subject to change. Full details of the final lotting structure will be made available in the tender documents.

Arts and Crafts Materials

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to the renewal framework for Education Materials. The services under this lot will include, but not be limited to, supply and delivery of arts and crafts materials.. Please note that the lotting structure for this framework may be subject to change. Full details of the final lotting structure will be made available in the tender documents.

Board, Card, Paper and Exercise Books

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to the renewal framework for Education Materials. The services under this lot will include, but not be limited to, supply and delivery of Board, Card, Paper and Exercise Books.. Please note that the lotting structure for this framework may be subject to change. Full details of the final lotting structure will be made available in the tender documents.

Bespoke Homework Diaries

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to the renewal framework for Education Materials. The services under this lot will include, but not be limited to, supply and delivery of Bespoke Homework Diaries.. Please note that the lotting structure for this framework may be subject to change. Full details of the final lotting structure will be made available in the tender documents.

Early Learning Materials

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to the renewal framework for Education Materials. The services under this lot will include, but not be limited to, supply and delivery of Early Learning Materials.. Please note that the lotting structure for this framework may be subject to change. Full details of the final lotting structure will be made available in the tender documents.

Additional Support Needs (ASN) Products

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to the renewal framework for Education Materials. The services under this lot will include, but not be limited to, supply and delivery of Additional Support Needs Equipment.. Please note that the lotting structure for this framework may be subject to change. Full details of the final lotting structure will be made available in the tender documents.

Musical Instruments

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to the renewal framework for Education Materials. The services under this lot will include, but not be limited to, supply and delivery of Musical Instruments.. Please note that the lotting structure for this framework may be subject to change. Full details of the final lotting structure will be made available in the tender documents.

Scientific Equipment

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to the renewal framework for Education Materials. The services under this lot will include, but not be limited to, supply and delivery of Scientific Equipment.. Please note that the lotting structure for this framework may be subject to change. Full details of the final lotting structure will be made available in the tender documents.

Sports Equipment

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to the renewal framework for Education Materials. The services under this lot will include, but not be limited to, supply and delivery of Sports Equipment.. Please note that the lotting structure for this framework may be subject to change. Full details of the final lotting structure will be made available in the tender documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP513843 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 10 Jan 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000,000 |
| 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 | SCOTLAND EXCEL |
| Locality | PAISLEY |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA1 1AR |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire |
| Local authority | Renfrewshire |
| Electoral ward | Paisley East and Central |
| Westminster constituency | Paisley and Renfrewshire South |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 22111000 - School books
- 22817000 - Diaries or personal organisers
- 22830000 - Exercise books
- 22990000 - Newsprint, handmade paper and other uncoated paper or paperboard for graphic purposes
- 22993400 - Corrugated paper or paperboard
- 33192500 - Test tubes
- 33790000 - Laboratory, hygienic or pharmaceutical glassware
- 33793000 - Laboratory glassware
- 37000000 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 37300000 - Musical instruments and parts
- 37310000 - Musical instruments
- 37315000 - Electrically amplified musical instruments
- 37321000 - Accessories of musical instruments
- 37322000 - Parts of musical instruments
- 37400000 - Sports goods and equipment
- 37410000 - Outdoor sports equipment
- 37450000 - Field and court sports equipment
- 37524100 - Educational games
- 37820000 - Art supplies
- 37823500 - Art and craft paper
- 38437000 - Laboratory pipettes and accessories
- 39162000 - Educational equipment

## Release History

- 9 Sep 2024 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP513843

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP513843
  Supply and Delivery of Education Materials - This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is in relation to the renewal framework for the Supply and Delivery of Education Materials. It is anticipated that the scope of materials covered under the framework may include but not be limited to: General Education Materials; Arts and Crafts Materials; Board, Card, Paper and Exercise Books; Bespoke Homework Diaries; Early Learning Materials; Additional Support Needs (ASN) Products; Musical Instruments; Scientific Equipment; and Sports Equipment. The lotting structure is expected to permit Scottish councils, Scotland Excel Associate Members and other participating public bodies to purchase education materials. Nonetheless, please note that the exact procurement process to be adopted and its layout have yet to be determined and may change from those stated in this notice.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=775839
- http://www.scotland-excel.org.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000775839

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