Scope
Reference
DA26-09
Description
The University of Cumbria are seeking a supplier to supply and install furniture at Barrow Campus.
Contract 1
Supplier
Contract value
- £222,016 excluding VAT
- £266,419.20 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Date signed
30 June 2025
Contract dates
- 15 August 2025 to 25 August 2025
- 11 days
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 39160000 - School furniture
Contract locations
- UKD - North West (England)
Justification for not setting key performance indicators
This is for the delivery and installation of furniture only, with no requirement for KPI's.
Contract 2
Supplier
Contract value
- £222,016 excluding VAT
- £266,419.20 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Date signed
30 June 2025
Contract dates
- 15 August 2025 to 25 August 2025
- 11 days
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 39160000 - School furniture
Contract locations
- UKD - North West (England)
Justification for not setting key performance indicators
This is for the supply and installation of furniture only, therefore KPI's are not required.
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Direct award justification
Additional or repeat goods, services or works - further goods, services or works following a competitive procedure
Quotations were requested from other suppliers on the framework.
The quality and sustainability practices, along with cost was considered for the Barrow Campus. Due to their eco-friendly design and manufacturing processes, lifecycle costs will be reduced.
Direct Award Call Off Contract to Gresham Office Furniture Ltd who are the No 1 Ranked Supplier on the NWUPC Framework for Furniture Ref No FFE3158NW
Supplier
GRESHAM OFFICE FURNITURE LIMITED
- Companies House: 01284733
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PMJB-6912-GBWD
Platinum Park
Bolton
BL6 4SA
United Kingdom
Email: tenders@gof.co.uk
Website: http://www.gof.co.uk
Region: UKD36 - Greater Manchester North West
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1
Contract 2
Contracting authority
THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA
- Companies House: 06033238
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PTMZ-6255-GYTY
Fusehill Street
Cumbria
CA1 2HH
United Kingdom
Region: UKD12 - East Cumbria
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government