Guyane University Hospital Awards €57.4M Printing Paper and Consumables Framework to Multiple Winners

The Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Guyane (Guyane University Hospital), through the Centre Hospitalier de Cayenne "Andrée Rosemon", has awarded a framework agreement for the supply of printing paper, stamps, and associated consumables across four lots. The total maximum framework value is €229.54 million, with awarded values totalling €57.38 million. Winners include SOC D'EXPLOITATION BV GUYANE (Lots 1, 3, and 4) and OFFICE FOURNITURES (Lot 2). The contracts run for up to 4 years.

Introduction

The Centre Hospitalier de Cayenne "Andrée Rosemon", on behalf of the Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Guyane (Guyane University Hospital), has conducted an open procedure for the supply of printing paper, stamps, and associated consumables. The procurement was launched by a hospital group (groupement hospitalier de territoire) and a health cooperation group (groupement de coopération sanitaire).

The framework is divided into four lots: Lot 1 (Printing Papers), Lot 2 (Colop Stamps and Accessories), Lot 3 (Trodat Stamps and Accessories), and Lot 4 (Commercial Formula Stamps). The total maximum framework value is €229,540,000, with awarded values totalling €57,380,000.

Winners include SOC D'EXPLOITATION BV GUYANE (Lots 1, 3, and 4) and OFFICE FOURNITURES (Lot 2). All winners are large French enterprises. No subcontracting was declared. The contracts are executed via purchase orders with unit prices and are renewable up to three times.

Why This Contract Matters

This contract ensures that the Guyane University Hospital has a reliable supply of essential printing paper and stamp consumables for its administrative and medical operations.

This contract matters because it:

• Supports hospital operations: Provides essential administrative supplies
• Significant value: €57,380,000 awarded (up to €229.54M maximum)
• Long-term commitment: Up to 4 years with renewals
• Comprehensive scope: Four lots covering papers and stamps
• Multi-supplier: Two suppliers across four lots
• Quality focus: 65% quality weighting, 35% price
• Environmental criteria: 5% environmental/CSR weighting

Contract Timeline

• Previous notice: 288819-2026
• Contracts concluded: 19 August – 7 September 2026
• Maximum renewals: 3
• Notice published: 10 September 2026 (OJ S 175/2026)

Contract Overview

The Centre Hospitalier de Cayenne conducted an open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU.

Key features include:

• Four lots: Printing papers, Colop stamps, Trodat stamps, commercial formula stamps
• Awarded total value: €57,380,000
• Maximum framework value: €229,540,000
• Renewals: Up to 3
• Framework type: Without reopening of competition
• Execution: Purchase orders with unit prices
• Evaluation: Technical quality (40%), Service organisation (20%), Environmental/CSR (5%), Price (35%)
• Winners: SOC D'EXPLOITATION BV GUYANE, OFFICE FOURNITURES
• No subcontracting declared
• No EU funding

Key Contract Details

Detail	Information
Contracting authority	Centre Hospitalier de Cayenne "Andrée ROSEMON" (for CHU de Guyane)
Contract title	Fourniture de papiers d'impressions, tampons et consommables associés pour le compte du Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Guyane
Main CPV	30197630 Printing paper
Additional CPV	30192111 Ink pads
Procedure type	Open procedure (standard regime)
Legal basis	EU Directive 2014/24/EU
Awarded value (EUR)	€57,380,000.00
Maximum framework value (EUR)	€229,540,000.00
Number of lots	4
Maximum renewals	3
EU funding	None
Covered by GPA	Yes
Evaluation criteria	Technical quality (40%), Service organisation (20%), Environmental/CSR (5%), Price (35%)
Location	Cayenne, Guyane, France (NUTS: FRY30)
Subcontracting	No

Lot Structure and Winners

Lot 1 – Printing Papers

• Title: Papiers d'impressions
• Winner: SOC D'EXPLOITATION BV GUYANE
• Awarded value: €57,219,000
• Tenders received: 3
• Contract concluded: 7 September 2026

Lot 2 – Colop Stamps and Accessories

• Title: Tampons Colop et accessoires
• Winner: OFFICE FOURNITURES
• Awarded value: €65,000
• Tenders received: 1
• Contract concluded: 19 August 2026

Lot 3 – Trodat Stamps and Accessories

• Title: Tampons Trodat et accessoires
• Winner: SOC D'EXPLOITATION BV GUYANE
• Awarded value: €65,000
• Tenders received: 1
• Contract concluded: 19 August 2026

Lot 4 – Commercial Formula Stamps

• Title: Tampons à formule commerciale
• Winner: SOC D'EXPLOITATION BV GUYANE
• Awarded value: €36,000
• Tenders received: 2
• Contract concluded: 7 September 2026

Lot Summary Table

Lot	Title	Winner	Awarded Value (€)	Tenders
1	Printing Papers	SOC D'EXPLOITATION BV GUYANE	57,219,000	3
2	Colop Stamps and Accessories	OFFICE FOURNITURES	65,000	1
3	Trodat Stamps and Accessories	SOC D'EXPLOITATION BV GUYANE	65,000	1
4	Commercial Formula Stamps	SOC D'EXPLOITATION BV GUYANE	36,000	2
Total			57,380,000

Winners Summary

Supplier	Lots Won	Size	Location	Subcontracting
SOC D'EXPLOITATION BV GUYANE	1, 3, 4	Large	Cayenne (FRY30)	No
OFFICE FOURNITURES	2	Large	Cayenne (FRY30)	No

Evaluation Criteria

All lots use the same evaluation criteria:

• Technical quality (40%): Quality and technical value of the responses
• Service organisation (20%): Quality and organisation of the service
• Environmental/CSR (5%): Specific environmental and CSR approaches for the contract services
• Price (35%): Overall cost of the supplies

About the Contracting Authority

Centre Hospitalier de Cayenne "Andrée Rosemon" is a public hospital in Cayenne, French Guiana. It acts as the contracting authority on behalf of the Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Guyane (Guyane University Hospital) and operates within a hospital group (groupement hospitalier de territoire) and health cooperation group (groupement de coopération sanitaire).

About the Winners

SOC D'EXPLOITATION BV GUYANE – Lots 1, 3, 4

• Size: Large enterprise
• Headquarters: 12 Lotissement Marengo, Cayenne, Guyane (NUTS: FRY30)
• Registration number: 1812934-1-1-1
• Specialisation: Office supplies and consumables
• Subcontracting: No

OFFICE FOURNITURES – Lot 2

• Size: Large enterprise
• Headquarters: 23 Rue Des Fourmis Manioc, Cayenne, Guyane (NUTS: FRY30)
• Registration number: 1812934-1-2-1
• Specialisation: Office supplies and equipment
• Subcontracting: No

Procurement Analysis

• Procedure: Open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU.
• Competition: 1-3 tenders per lot.
• SME participation: Both winners are large enterprises.
• Subcontracting: No subcontracting was declared.
• No EU funding: The procurement was not financed with EU funds.
• Framework with reopening: The framework is without reopening of competition.
• No dynamic purchasing system used.
• Accelerated procedure: No.
• Review body: Tribunal administratif de Cayenne.

Additional Procurement Facts

• The contract is covered by the WTO's Government Procurement Agreement (GPA).
• No EU funds were used for this procurement.
• The total awarded value is €57,380,000.
• The maximum framework value is €229,540,000.
• The framework is divided into four lots.
• Technical quality is weighted at 40%.
• Service organisation is weighted at 20%.
• Environmental/CSR is weighted at 5%.
• Price is weighted at 35%.
• Lot 1 (Printing Papers) is the largest lot at €57,219,000.
• Lots 2 and 3 each received only 1 tender.
• The framework is renewable up to three times.
• Contracts are executed via purchase orders with unit prices.

Market & Industry Perspective

The French public sector office supplies market is competitive, with both national distributors and regional suppliers participating. Hospital groups often aggregate their purchasing to achieve economies of scale.

Key trends in this market include:

• Group purchasing: Hospital groups aggregating demand
• Quality focus: 65% weighting on quality (technical + organisation)
• Environmental/CSR: Growing importance of sustainability criteria
• Long-term frameworks: Up to 4 years with renewals
• Unit-price execution: Purchase orders based on actual needs

Economic Significance

At €57.38 million awarded, this framework represents a significant investment in administrative supplies for the Guyane University Hospital. The contract will:

• Support hospital operations: Provide essential printing and stamp supplies
• Support large enterprises: Both winners are large companies
• Provide long-term stability: Up to 4-year framework
• Ensure quality: 65% quality weighting
• Promote sustainability: Environmental/CSR criteria included

Future Procurement Opportunities

With this framework now in place, future opportunities include:

• Re-tender: Expected after the maximum framework period
• Related supplies: Additional office and administrative supplies
• Subcontracting: Potential opportunities with the winners
• Other French hospitals: Similar supply framework agreements

Opportunities for Suppliers

While this framework is awarded, opportunities remain for office supply companies:

• Re-tender: Prepare for the next procurement cycle
• Subcontracting: Potential opportunities with the winners
• Related supplies: Other hospital supply contracts
• Other French hospitals: Similar procurement opportunities

What Businesses Should Watch

• Centre Hospitalier de Cayenne's future procurement notices
• Other French hospital group supply tenders
• Office supply market trends
• Environmental and CSR requirements in public procurement
• Changes to French procurement regulations

FranceTenders Procurement Intelligence

This office supplies framework is a notable example of French hospital group procurement. Several features stand out:

• Scale: €57.38M awarded (€229.54M maximum)
• Competition: 1-3 tenders per lot
• Quality focus: 65% weighting on quality
• Environmental/CSR: 5% weighting
• Multi-lot: Four lots covering papers and stamps
• Long-term: Up to 4 years with renewals

For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of:

• Technical quality: Technical value accounts for 40%
• Service organisation: Organisation accounts for 20%
• Environmental/CSR: 5% weighting
• Competitive pricing: Price accounts for 35%
• Hospital sector experience: Understanding of healthcare requirements

Supplier Takeaways

• Demonstrate technical quality – 40% of evaluation
• Show service organisation capability – 20% weighting
• Provide environmental/CSR commitment – 5% weighting
• Offer competitive pricing – 35% weighting
• Build hospital sector experience
• Monitor French hospital procurement opportunities

Key Takeaways

• Guyane University Hospital awarded a €57.38M office supplies framework
• Four lots: Printing Papers, Colop Stamps, Trodat Stamps, Commercial Formula Stamps
• Winners: SOC D'EXPLOITATION BV GUYANE (Lots 1, 3, 4), OFFICE FOURNITURES (Lot 2)
• Maximum framework value: €229,540,000
• Evaluation: Technical (40%), Organisation (20%), Environmental/CSR (5%), Price (35%)
• 1-3 tenders per lot
• Both winners are large enterprises
• No subcontracting declared

Conclusion

This office supplies framework ensures that the Guyane University Hospital has a reliable supply of printing paper and stamp consumables for its administrative and medical operations. By awarding contracts across four lots to two suppliers, the hospital secures competitive pricing and supply security.

The 65% weighting on quality (40% technical + 20% service organisation + 5% environmental/CSR) reflects the importance of product quality, service reliability, and sustainability in hospital procurement, while the 35% weighting on price ensures cost-effectiveness. The limited competition (1-3 tenders per lot) reflects the specialised nature of the procurement and the remote location of French Guiana.

For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of technical quality, service organisation, environmental commitment, and competitive pricing in winning French hospital supply contracts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the Centre Hospitalier de Cayenne?

Ans: A public hospital in Cayenne, French Guiana, acting on behalf of the Guyane University Hospital.

Q: What is the value of the framework?

Ans: €57,380,000 awarded (maximum €229,540,000).

Q: Who are the winners?

Ans: SOC D'EXPLOITATION BV GUYANE (Lots 1, 3, 4) and OFFICE FOURNITURES (Lot 2).

Q: What products are covered?

Ans: Printing papers, Colop stamps, Trodat stamps, and commercial formula stamps.

Q: What were the evaluation criteria?

Ans: Technical quality (40%), Service organisation (20%), Environmental/CSR (5%), Price (35%).

Q: How long is the framework?

Ans: Renewable up to 3 times (maximum 4 years).

Q: How many tenders were received?

Ans: 1-3 tenders per lot.

Q: Is this contract funded by the EU?

Ans: No, the procurement is not financed with EU funds.

Q: What is the review body?

Ans: Tribunal administratif de Cayenne.

Q: Are environmental criteria included?

Ans: Yes, environmental/CSR criteria are weighted at 5%.

Source: EU Official Journal, Contract Award Notice 623214-2026, OJ S 175/2026, published 10 September 2026.

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