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1777/YW - Design of Alumni Magazine

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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29 Nov 2017 at 09:49

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield has recently awarded a contract for the design of its annual alumni magazine, encompassing both hard copy and digital formats. This contract covers three issues for the academic years 2018/2019 to 2020/2021, with a potential extension for an additional two years based on performance. The total contract value is £15,000, and the procurement method used was an open procedure. The contract period is set to commence on 8th January 2018 and will conclude on 7th January 2021. Tenders had to be submitted by 12 noon on 30th October 2017, and the winning supplier for this project is White Light Media Ltd, based in Edinburgh.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in design consultancy and graphic design services to engage with a prestigious educational institution. Companies that focus on creating high-quality print and digital designs, particularly those with experience in editorial projects, would be well-positioned to compete. As the contract allows for potential extensions, ongoing collaborations could lead to sustained business growth, especially for SMEs looking to expand their portfolios in the education sector.

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Notice Title

1777/YW - Design of Alumni Magazine

Notice Description

The University of Sheffield (hereby referred to as the University) wish to appoint a contractor to provide the design of the hard copy and digital annual alumni magazine and associated materials (as outlined below). The contract for the design of the annual alumni magazine and the digital version will be for three issues: The 2018/2019 issue The 2019/2020 issue The 2020/2021 issue There is also the possibility to extend the contract for an extra year, plus one additional year, subject to satisfactory performance. The closing date for return of Tenders is 12 noon on Monday 30th October 2017.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-83990eec-78c0-4126-89b9-31b9cd279e45
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22fa97e3-36c4-45bf-adc0-15fcf189a45c
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79415200 - Design consultancy services

79822500 - Graphic design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Nov 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Oct 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Nov 20178 years ago
Contract Period
8 Jan 2018 - 7 Jan 2021 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WHITE LIGHT MEDIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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