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Framework Agreement for Graphics Printing and Installation with Graphic Design Support Services

West Northamptonshire Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

18 Nov 2025 at 15:23

Award Notice
Tender

06 Feb 2025 at 16:26

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council has awarded a framework agreement for graphics printing, installation, and graphic design support services, aimed at supporting the Council's regeneration and development projects. The awarded contract, which started on 12th November 2025, and runs until 30th September 2027, involves a ranked-based direct award method under a completed tender process. The services will be delivered in the East Midlands, UK, and target the industry category of Graphic Design Services with a procurement value of £200,000. This framework agreement, made through an open procedure, was completed, and suppliers have been appointed based on their tender evaluations.

This framework provides significant business opportunities for SMEs specialising in graphics and design. Companies such as Graphic Arts (Coventry) Ltd and Tangerine Red Limited have already secured positions as suppliers. This arrangement facilitates call-off orders according to ranking, offering a steady demand for services needed for regional development plans. Businesses skilled in creative design, large-format installations, and signage within the UK, especially those capable of scaling and offering innovative solutions, are well-positioned to benefit and grow by engaging with this framework.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Graphics Printing and Installation with Graphic Design Support Services

Notice Description

West Northamptonshire Council has awarded a framework agreement for the provision of graphics printing, installation, and associated graphic design support services. The framework will support the Council's regeneration and development projects by supplying high-quality printed graphics, large-format installations, signage, and creative design services as required. The framework enables direct award on a ranked basis, with services called off in accordance with the pricing schedules and specifications established during the tender.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6e7e4cc8-4bab-45f7-b9b9-adb47975c7ea
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57084891-a283-46b2-8bf9-425677467008
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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

CPV Codes

44423400 - Signs and related items

45100000 - Site preparation work

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79800000 - Printing and related services

79822500 - Graphic design services

79933000 - Design support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Nov 20259 months ago
Contract Period
12 Nov 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
West Northamptonshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Postcode Area
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

GRAPHIC ARTS (COVENTRY) LTD

Tangerine Red Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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