Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c31-4b8c-70ca-a265-b4b36cf5d84e/161-19-artist-grounds-brushes-and-painting-tools pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # 161\_19 - Artist Grounds', Brushes and Painting Tools [ESPO](https://tendernation.io/buyers/espo) Estimated value £2,600,000 Published 25 Jun 2018 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Please note this is a Prior Information Notice and tender documentation is not available yet. Supply of Artist brushes, Artist grounds, portfolios, easels and mats for delivery to ESPO's distribution centre and for direct delivery. - Lot 1 Artist Brushes - Lot 2 Painting Tools & Equipment - Lot 3 Artist Books and Pads - Lot 4 Artist paper, Canvasses and Wooden Easels - Lot 5 Drying Racks and Metal Easels - Lot 6 Portfolios - Lot 7 Pots, Palettes and Jars The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 23 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period. As a Central Purchasing Body as defined by the EU Procurement Directive 2014/24/EU, the Framework Agreement is open for use by Public Bodies (defined [espo.org](https://www.espo.org/ESPO/media/Documents/FAQs/ESPO-s_powers_to_trade__website_-2016-12-22.pdf)) 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; 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 is available on: [espo.org](http://www.espo.org/About-us-%281%29/FAQs/Legal) To express an interest: (a) Go to [eastmidstenders.org](https://www.eastmidstenders.org), (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity '161\_19', (d) Express an interest. Additional information: To express an interest: (a) Go to [eastmidstenders.org](https://www.eastmidstenders.org), (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity '161\_19', (d) Express an interest. Please note this is a Prior Information Notice and tender documentation is not available yet. Read full description ## CPV classification Canvas items Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/efc5ec8b-90ca-4bf5-85bd-2138139eab01) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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