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371 Design Services Framework

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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24 Jan 2019 at 12:30

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, titled "371 Design Services Framework," is conducted by Aston University, located in Birmingham, England. This process falls under the industry category of research and development services, specifically related to design and consultancy services. The procurement method is a selective procedure, with the contract awarded to successful bidders on 27 September 2018, following a tender period that ended on 27 July 2018. The total value of the contract is £800,000, and the contract period spans from 1 October 2018 to 30 September 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the design and consultancy sectors, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in design support services, graphic design, and related consultancy. Companies that can provide high-quality design solutions and have the ability to manage client relationships effectively would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this framework not only enables firms to expand their service offerings but also facilitates valuable partnerships with a leading educational institution aiming to enhance its design capabilities.

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Notice Title

371 Design Services Framework

Notice Description

The University has an in-house marketing and communications team which includes two designers to cover all design elements; however insufficient resource and capability to cover all the demand across the University.Therefore we require a roster of Design Agencies who we can support, add value, and drive the University's design requirements further in line with our proposed vision. By carrying out such exercise opens up an opportunity for the University to understand the market, its availability and strategic competencies to deliver innovation on the contract. The core requirements in terms of service requirements are now understood from the previous contract alongside what the University expect from the suppliers will help mitigate the risk of poor and inconsistent delivery. Procurement Objectives * Reduce non-contracted spend outside of the framework * Improve efficiency and economies of scale. * Provide a seamless process for end users. * Improve on the current SLA in terms of response to quotes and deadlines. * Improve quality management of end publications; this shall be achieved by having a comprehensive defined scope of requirements and understanding each providers strengths. Customer Objectives Design * Support our mission to be the UK's leading university for students aspiring to succeed in business and the professions, where original research, enterprise and inspiring teaching deliver local and global impact * Create and deliver design solutions to a high quality and on time * Provide excellence in customer service and enhance the staff design experience * Ensure ease of use for end users, better relationship management between printers and designers and,provide advice to the client where necessary * Liaising with appointed printers at no extra cost * Keep clients updated on new products and services to improve production and delivery * Give clear guidance on the appropriate use of all design services * Ensure our brand guidelines are adhered to * Delivering concepts, ideas and content for integrated campaigns * Supporting the in-house graphic designers when required * Supplying copy-writing services and proofing services if required

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0c7a958e-1ff2-40af-9851-aa05799e8618
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c3e5d8b-f7ef-48a4-9fd9-e39afbad6063
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79415200 - Design consultancy services

79822500 - Graphic design services

79933000 - Design support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jan 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jul 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Sep 20187 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2018 - 30 Sep 2020 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASTON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7ET
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

DIGITRRONIX

MORTON WARD

ROOM FOR DESIGN

VOICEBOXX

WHISTLEJACKET LONDON

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