Estimated Value
Up to £36,000,000
Deadline
Not specified
Published
12 June 2026
Type
goods
Overview
The Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate (SPPD) is the organisation tasked with procuring frameworks and contracts on behalf of Scottish public sector bodies. The current General Office Supplies Framework is due to expire on 30 June 2027.
Work has commenced in developing the procurement strategy options including canvassing of stakeholders' views. In order to complete and finalise the strategy, SPPD recognises the value of Scottish Public Sector Bodies, Suppliers and Industry bodies having the opportunity to contribute to this process on a non-competitive, non-judgemental basis.
This request for information is aimed at collating those views from market participants. This information may be utilised in developing the procurement strategy to help deliver contractual arrangements for a new General Office Supplies Framework.
Additional details
SPPD is using Microsoft Forms to collate responses, Suppliers and other interested parties should read and complete the following Request for Information Online Questionnaire using the link below: https://forms.office.com/e/irJRwev9qs The questionnaire will be available for all interested parties until 23:00hrs on 3 July 2026 The Scottish Procurement & Property Directorate (SPPD) is the organisation tasked with procuring requirements on behalf of Scottish public sector bodies.
The current General Office Supplies framework is due to expire on 30 June 2027. The Framework will cover the provision of general office stationery, office paper, electronic office and media supplies, catering goods and consumables, janitorial and cleaning goods, hygiene and workplace safety, and small office machines. The purpose of this agreement is to provide the Scottish public sector with a supply base with broad service coverage and the capacity, knowledge and experience to deliver a high-quality service.
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Published
12 June 2026
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