Tender

Manchester University Press - Distribution Service

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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Tender Notice
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12 Nov 2018 at 10:33

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester is currently seeking a supplier for the "Manchester University Press - Distribution Service". This procurement falls under the printing and related services category, aimed at managing the sales, marketing, and distribution of titles for Manchester University Press across North America, including additional territories such as Canada, South America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. The open procurement process is at the tender stage, with submissions due by 14th December 2018. The contract is expected to commence on 1st August 2019 and last until 31st July 2022.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in printing, distribution, and book marketing services. Companies with capabilities in international logistics and customer engagement in the publishing sector will be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. With the specified territories being major markets for publications, suppliers that can offer tailored solutions for the North American market will have advantageous positioning in this competitive procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Manchester University Press - Distribution Service

Notice Description

MUP are looking to appoint a supplier to manage the sales, marketing, distribution, and fulfilment of Manchester University Press titles and any publishers on which MUP act on behalf. The territory for consideration under this agreement is North America including the main territories of; North America, Canada, South America, Mexico, and additionally the Caribbean, Bahamas and Bermuda. Additional information: To express an interest in this project please visit the website below where you will need to register to obtain tender documentation. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61438405-be76-42a3-bdad-56dee0c3b27c
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

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

CPV Codes

22110000 - Printed books

79800000 - Printing and related services

79824000 - Printing and distribution services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Dec 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2019 - 31 Jul 2022 3-4 years
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
THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M13 9PL
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Further Information

Notice Documents

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