Tender

Wirral Monthly Publication- Print

WIRRAL BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Wirral Borough Council is seeking tenders for the "Wirral Monthly Publication - Print." This procurement process falls under the services category, specifically related to printing and related services. The tender was published on 16th August 2016, with the tender period ending on 16th September 2016. The contract is expected to commence on 1st October 2016 and will run until 30th September 2017. The expected value of this contract is £100,000, and the delivery of the publication will take place in the North West of the UK.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in printing services, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality monthly publications. It is well-suited to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can meet the requirement for high volumes and quick turnaround times, given that at least 175,000 copies are required monthly. Companies proficient in processing artwork within a 72-hour timeframe will find this tender aligns well with their capabilities, allowing them to expand their client base and enhance their operational portfolio.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Wirral Monthly Publication- Print

Notice Description

The Council is producing a new publication, the working title for which is 'Wirral Today'. This publication would be printed on newsprint style stock, in full colour, and be distributed across the borough on a monthly basis (12 editions per year). The minimum page count would be 28pp and the tender should be based on this price. Binding options should be suggested by the bidding organisation. The ability to alter the page count is needed as the Council reserves the right to increase the page count for an individual edition, or series of editions. The stock should be 52g uncoated newsprint stock, or similar, and be standard 'tabloid' size. A minimum of 175,000 copies will every month although the Council reserves the right to alter this number. A printers proof should be provided to the Council. Artwork would be supplied direct to the supplier with a required turnaround of not more than 72 hours for delivery of final product to addresses as determined by the related distribution contract for the publication. Tenderer to specify their preferred file format.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40db83d1-e981-4691-9941-ee197a9a3618
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79800000 - Printing and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Sep 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2016 - 30 Sep 2017 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WIRRAL BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRKENHEAD
Postcode
CH41 5AL
Post Town
Chester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD74 Wirral
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Wirral
Electoral Ward
Birkenhead and Tranmere
Westminster Constituency
Birkenhead

Further Information

Notice Documents

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