Framework for the provision of Furniture and Related Services

Tender description

The Framework will provide access to a comprehensive range of Furniture and Related Supplies and Services. It is let by the University of Essex and is open for use by all contracting authorities across the public sector throughout the UK (and any future successors to these organisations). These include (but not limited to) central government departments and agencies, Non Departmental Public Bodies, NHS bodies, Local Authorities, Police Authorities, Emergency Services, Educational Establishments, Hospices, Registered Charities, National Parks and Registered Social Landlords. Full details of the classification of eligible end user establishments and geographical areas is available at https://www.dukefieldprocurement.co.uk/fts-eligible-users . The Framework will be let across five Lots. There will be a maximum of 8 suppliers awarded a place on Lots 1, 2, 4 and 5, and a maximum of 20 suppliers on Lot 3. Lot 1: Lot 1 - Office Furniture The Contracting Authority wishes to make available to Participating Public Sector Bodies a comprehensive range of Office Furniture through both a core list and access to the supplier’s wider portfolio of products and services within the broad definition of the Lot . The products should be accessible via an online portal along with full installation services . They would also like to offer Participating Public Sector Bodies additional services such as planning and design, removals and any after sales support required to deliver a full-service solution. Lot 2: Lot 2 - Education and Classroom Furniture The Contracting Authority wishes to make available to Participating Public Sector Bodies a comprehensive range of Education and Classroom Furniture through both a core list and access to the supplier’s wider portfolio of products and services within the broad definition of the Lot . The products should be accessible via an online portal along with full installation services . They would also like to offer Participating Public Sector Bodies additional services such as planning and design, removals and any after sales support required to deliver a full-service solution. Lot 3: Lot 3 - Design led projects and other furniture The Contracting Authority wishes to make available to Participating Public Sector Bodies suppliers able to provide services for any furniture related project . This would include both supplies of a wide category of furniture, including but not limited to office, classroom, laboratory, library, lecture and seminar room, outdoor, catering, reception and breakout furniture, and also services such as planning and design, installation, removals and any after sales support required to deliver a full-service solution. There is also the opportunity for tenderers to offer a one-stop-shop solution. Lot 4: Lot 4 - Special Needs Furniture The Contracting Authority wishes to make available to Participating Public Sector Bodies a comprehensive range of Special Educational Needs Furniture and Accessories through through both a core list and access to the supplier’s wider portfolio of products and services within the broad definition of the Lot . The products should be accessible via an online portal along with full installation services . They would also like to offer Participating Public Sector Bodies additional services such as planning and design, removals and any after sales support required to deliver a full-service solution. Lot 5: Lot 5 - Specialist Ergonomic Furniture & Accessories The Contracting Authority wishes to make available to Participating Public Sector Bodies a comprehensive range of Specialist Ergonomic Furniture and accessories through through both a core list and access to the supplier’s wider portfolio of products and services within the broad definition of the Lot. The products should be accessible via an online portal along with full installation services . They would also like to offer Participating Public Sector Bodies additional services such as planning and design, removals and any after sales support required to deliver a full-service solution.