Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c33-ac1d-72b9-9076-c625f3b6059d/174-20-science-resources-and-equipment-for-primary-and-secondary-education awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # 174\_20 - Science Resources and Equipment for Primary and Secondary Education [ESPO](https://tendernation.io/buyers/espo) Estimated value £1,600,000 Published 12 Aug 2019 Deadline Closed 9 Sept 2019 ## 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 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 the secondary science curriculum. Goods are for delivery to the ESPO central distribution centre (Leicester) and also for delivery directly to individual customer establishments. - Lot 1 Primary Education Science - Products required include a comprehensive range of primary education science-based class kits and other primary science resources suitable for the delivery of the curriculum for Key Stages 1 and 2. Goods are for delivery to ESPO, Leicester, and also to individual ESPO customers. It is envisaged that this Lot will be awarded to one supplier. ESPO will require catalogue support from the awarded supplier including but not limited to: product selection, product images and descriptions. - Lot 2 Secondary Education Science - Products required include a comprehensive range of primary education science-based class kits and other primary science resources suitable for the delivery of the curriculum for Key Stages 3 and 4. Goods are for delivery to ESPO, Leicester, and also to individual ESPO customers. It is envisaged that this Lot will be awarded to one supplier. ESPO will require catalogue support from the awarded supplier including but not limited to: product selection, product images and descriptions, and safety information for chemicals. The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period. An eAuction process may be used to award subsequent call off contracts following the reopening of competition among the parties to the Framework Agreement. To tender: (a) Go to [eastmidstenders.org](https://www.eastmidstenders.org), (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity '174\_20' d)Express an interest (e) Download the tender from the website. Please note: the closing time and date for submission of tenders is 12:00 midday, 09/09/2019. Additional information: To tender: (a) Go to [eastmidstenders.org](https://www.eastmidstenders.org), (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity '174\_20' d)Express an interest (e) Download the tender from the website. Please note: the closing time and date for submission of tenders is 12:00 midday, 09/09/2019. Read full description ## CPV classification Basic inorganic and organic chemicals Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/08301919-5d1a-4385-82b8-c31656a4d98c) 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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