Tender

Waltham Forest Newspaper Print

LONDON BOROUGH OF WALTHAM FOREST

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Tender

18 Feb 2025 at 14:08

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Waltham Forest is inviting tenders for the printing of its quarterly Waltham Forest Newspaper. This open procedure (above threshold) falls under the industry category of printed matter and related products (CPV 22000000). The contract aims to produce approximately 480,000 copies annually for distribution to residents and businesses within the borough. The key timeline includes a tender submission deadline on 20th March 2025 at 16:00, with the contract period starting on 10th September 2025 and ending on 20th April 2028. The project is located in England, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for growth, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses specialising in printing and distribution services are well-suited for this contract, which requires significant production and logistical capabilities to meet the quarterly distribution demands. Winning this tender could enhance the selected supplier's portfolio and credibility, leveraging the visibility and engagement of the Waltham Forest Newspaper within the local community.

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Notice Title

Waltham Forest Newspaper Print

Notice Description

The London Borough of Waltham Forest is seeking to invite tender for the printing of the Waltham Forest Newspaper. The authority suppliers approximately 480,000 copies of the Waltham Forest news annually to its residents. The newspapers are printed quarterly and are distributed to residents and businesses with the borough. The Waltham Forest News has proven to be a vital communication tool for conveying the Council's message across to its residents. It plays an integral role in reaching all demographics, including the most vulnerable residents in the borough.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/58227f9c-594e-407c-a6d4-93016d01aa80
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products


CPV Codes

22000000 - Printed matter and related products

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Sep 2025 - 20 Apr 2028 2-3 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF WALTHAM FOREST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WALTHAMSTOW
Postcode
E17 4JF
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI53 Redbridge and Waltham Forest
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Waltham Forest
Electoral Ward
Chapel End
Westminster Constituency
Walthamstow

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