Tender

Printing of The Sandwell Herald

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

06 Jan 2022 at 12:26

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently undertaking a public procurement process titled "Printing of The Sandwell Herald," which falls under the printing services industry category. The procurement is in the active tender stage, with the closing date for submissions set for Thursday, 20th January 2022, at 15:00 hours. This contract will span a duration of two years, from 1st February 2022 to 31st January 2024, with an estimated contract value of up to £54,000. Interested parties must submit their quotations via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal to participate.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in printing services, particularly those experienced in producing high-quality newspapers or similar print materials. Given the requirements for full-colour printing on recycled newsprint and the volume of approximately 144,300 copies per edition, companies with capabilities in environmentally sustainable practices and efficient production processes would be well-suited to compete. Overall, this procurement could assist businesses in growing their portfolios by securing an engagement with a local council for a consistent, long-term contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Printing of The Sandwell Herald

Notice Description

Printing of The Sandwell Herald Sandwell Council's Communications Unit is seeking to appoint an experienced contractor to print the Sandwell Herald newspaper in line with its current look for a two-year period. The Sandwell Herald is the council's newspaper for residents. The Herald is designed fully in-house and distribution is handled through a separate contract. The Herald is printed as follows: o 24 pages, each 360mm x 289mm, in full colour o 52-gram standard paper, 100% recycled newsprint o Endorse folded, loose (not stitched) o Item must weigh under 80 grams and be no bigger than A4 in its final folded form o Approximately 144,300 copies per edition Please note there may be reasons why pagination could vary between editions but 24 is the standard on which we are seeking distribution quotes in this Quotation exercise. Exact quantities may also vary depending on the number required for each edition. Further details are provided in the specification. Term of Contract The Contract Period will be for 2 years, commencing 01 February 2022 to 31 January 2024 Value of Contract The estimated annual budget payable for the delivery of this application is in the region of ?25,000, with an overall contract value of up to ?54,000. This figure is intended to act as a guide to assist in the preparation of your quotation. The Council does not bind itself to this or any other figure. 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: Thursday 20 January 2022 at 15:00hrs Additional information: 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/68f85b72-6516-4d2d-b61f-04ade9630372
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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

79810000 - Printing services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2022 - 31 Jan 2024 1-2 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
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Michelle Hackwood
Contact Email
michelle_hackwood@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 2873

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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