174_24 Science Consumables

Contract summary

Industry

• Basic inorganic and organic chemicals - 24300000

• Laboratory glassware - 33793000

• Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 38000000

Show additional CPV codes for this notice

• Educational equipment - 39162000

• Laboratory centrifuges and accessories - 42931100

Location of contract

United Kingdom

Value of contract

£960,000

Procurement reference

174_24

Published date

20 February 2024

Closing date

9 October 2023

Closing time

12pm

Contract start date

1 March 2024

Contract end date

31 March 2026

Contract type

Supply contract

Procedure type

Open procedure (above threshold)

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

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Description

A framework for the supply of science resources and equipment suitable for use in primary and secondary education. A fully comprehensive range is required, including class kits, lab ware, scientific equipment and instruments, as well as a complete range of chemicals suitable for use in experiments relevant to the delivery of secondary science curriculum.

Lot 1 - Primary Science
Lot 2 - Secondary Science
Lot 3 - Labware and Accessories

Goods are for delivery to the ESPO central distribution centre (Leicester) and also for delivery directly to individual customer establishments.

The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 23 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period.

This framework will operate on-going contract monitoring procedures following award, to ensure financial stability requirements are maintained.

Credit rating checks will be carried out on a regular basis, using a credit rating agency.

Any changes will be assessed (compared with a baseline credit rating score obtained at contract award stage) and significant changes or sustained degradation will be investigated.

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More information

Previous notice about this procurement

174_24 Science Consumables

• Opportunity
• Published 6 September 2023, last edited 6 September 2023

Links

• https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005544-2024
• Award notice
• Find a Tender Contract award notice

Additional text

As a Central Purchasing Body as defined in the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, the Framework Agreement is open for use by Public Bodies (defined at https://www.espo.org/amfile/file/download/file/9608/) that also fall into one of the following classifications of user throughout all administrative regions of the UK: Local Authorities; Educational Establishments (including Academies); Central Government Departments and Agencies; Police, Fire & Rescue and Coastguard Emergency Services; NHS and HSC Bodies, including Ambulance Services; Registered Charities; Registered Social Landlords; The Corporate Office of the House of Lords, The Corporate Officer of the House of Commons; or any public body established by or under the Scotland Act 1998 or any Act of the Scottish Parliament. Details of the classification of end user establishments and geographical areas are available at: https://www.espo.org/legal.

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Award information

Awarded date

15 February 2024

Contract start date

1 March 2024

Contract end date

31 March 2026

Total value of contract

£960,000

This contract was awarded to 2 suppliers.

Appleton Woods Limited

Scientific Laboratory Supplies Limited (T/A SLS Select Education

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About the buyer

Contact name

Catalogue Procurement Team

Address

Barnsdale Way, Grove Park, Enderby
LEICESTER
LE19 1ES
England

Email

tenders@espo.org

Website

https://www.espo.org/