Tender

TD2284- External Print Framework

DERBY CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

19 Nov 2025 at 14:42

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Derby City Council is seeking tenders for the "TD2284- External Print Framework," targeting the provision of diverse printing services. This procurement falls under the goods category for printed matter and related products. The tender process is at the active stage, with an open procedure method. Interested parties should note that the deadline for submission is 12 noon on 30th January 2026. This opportunity is located in the East Midlands, United Kingdom, with the contract period expected to run from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2028. The procurement document outlines five lots, including standard and large volume printing, signage, promotional materials, advertising boarding, and vehicle signage.

This opportunity offers significant business growth potential, particularly for SMEs qualified to deliver large-scale printing services. The framework is well-suited for businesses specialising in signage, advertising board installation, and vehicle branding, providing a platform to expand their client base within local government sectors. Furthermore, there is an anticipated budget of £2,935,000, with an additional potential expenditure of £1,761,000 should local government reorganisation increase service demand. Businesses skilled in delivering high-volume and diverse printing services will find this framework conducive to increasing their market presence and securing a long-term partnership with Derby City Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TD2284- External Print Framework

Notice Description

Derby City Council (DCC) has a requirement to produce a range of materials to communicate messages both internally and externally. To help to meet this demand a new contract in the form of a Framework for Printing Services will be procured. The Council is looking for tenders from suitably qualified and experienced, providers for the following lots: Lot 1 - Standard and Large Volume Printing Lot 2 - Signage and Large Format Printing Lot 3 - Promotional Printing Lot 4 - Advertising Boarding and Installation Lot 5 - Vehicle Signage The scope for these lots will be further detailed in TD2284- ITT Part 3 Specification. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) is underway in several areas across the country and may result in changes to council structures, service delivery and responsibilities, and geographical coverage during the life of the contract. For this contract it is anticipated that the effects of LGR may lead to an increased service demand or the need to extend provision to new areas or client groups. An additional estimated value of PS1,761,000 (Including VAT) to reflect potential future changes in service scope or volume linked to LGR. This is not committed spend. The tender will be published on https://www.eastmidstenders.org/. The deadline for submissions is 12 noon on the 30th January 2026. Further details can be accessed via the tender document which are available on the above link. Please search for TD2284. Please note- we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-60f23871-e694-4e62-8e61-2fca629aa151
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f851874e-db68-4f40-b6f4-7bcb20996a04
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
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
£2,935,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2028 2-3 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
DERBY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE1 2FS
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Darley
Westminster Constituency
Derby South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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