Tender

Quotation for Printing the Sandwell Herald

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

28 Apr 2017 at 13:51

Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently seeking quotations for the printing of the Sandwell Herald newspaper for a two-year contract, from 1 July 2017 to 30 June 2019. This open procurement process, titled "Quotation for Printing the Sandwell Herald" (Tender ID: SCC 359), aims to service the distribution of the newspaper, which reaches over 130,000 homes in the region. The deadline for submitting quotations is set for Friday, 12 May 2017, at 15:00hrs, with the initial contract being contingent on funding for subsequent editions.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for printing and delivery service providers looking to expand their portfolios. Companies experienced in newspaper printing, particularly those capable of managing large distribution volumes, are well-positioned to compete. As the council manages its communications in-house and provides the necessary print-ready designs, businesses that can ensure high-quality output and timely delivery will be especially competitive in this tender.

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Notice Title

Quotation for Printing the Sandwell Herald

Notice Description

Quotation for Printing the Sandwell Herald Sandwell Council's Communications Unit is seeking quotations from contractors to handle the print of the Sandwell Herald newspaper in line with its current look for the two-year period, 1 July 2017 to 30 June 2019. Recent editions can be viewed at www.sandwell.gov.uk/herald The Communications Unit designs the Herald in-house and will provide a fully designed PDF ready for printing. The Herald currently distributes to homes three times a year to more than 130,000 homes as well as six Sandwell Local offices. The first edition of the contract would print and distribute in July 2017. This contract is for a minimum of one and a maximum of four editions per year. The contract beyond year one - 30 June 2018 - is subject to funding so there is no guarantee of business beyond this date. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to Quotation or other related documents. To submit a quotation you will be required to 'Opt In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Friday 12 May 2017 at 15:00hrs Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-06a5bb7a-cef6-4738-84fa-868b351e4e5e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/875fff8c-d416-44d1-828e-5f3f7e510713
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

30197630 - Printing paper

79810000 - Printing services

79823000 - Printing and delivery services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 May 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2017 - 30 Jun 2019 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Carole Le Roux
Contact Email
carole_leroux@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 3628

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 3DB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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