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Provision of Valley Graphics Print Machines

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

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22 Jan 2026 at 13:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Southampton has completed the procurement process for the provision of high-performance production print devices, catering to its internal print operations. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Printers and plotters" and includes related classifications such as "Printing machinery" and "Printing services." The process, which was conducted through selective procurement via a call-off from a framework agreement, concluded with an award to Konica Minolta Business Solutions UK Limited. The tender had a value of £259,820.40, and the contract period will commence on 21st January 2026 and conclude on 20th January 2031. The primary location for delivery is Southampton, with postal code SO17 1BJ.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production and supply of advanced printing technology. Enterprises that specialise in high-quality, automated, and reliable print machinery would find this procurement particularly beneficial, especially those equipped to meet the demanding specifications for various media types and finishing options. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) could leverage this procurement to expand their footprint in the academic sector by demonstrating innovation and competitive pricing in their solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Valley Graphics Print Machines

Notice Description

The University of Southampton is seeking to procure high-performance production print devices. This procurement supports the University's internal print operations and requires devices capable of delivering consistent, high-quality output across a range of media types, formats, and finishing options. All proposed solutions must demonstrate proven reliability, automation, and suitability for a production environment.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7c61433f-c744-4856-b400-742848cde928
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b88247a-eef4-4425-a392-f609816deefc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

42 - Industrial machinery

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

CPV Codes

30232100 - Printers and plotters

42991200 - Printing machinery

79810000 - Printing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£259,820 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£259,820 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
21 Jan 2026 - 20 Jan 2031 Over 5 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
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO17 1BJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Portswood
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Test

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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