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Technical print pre-flight review services for DfE assessment materials (October 2024 - October 2026)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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29 Oct 2024 at 10:07

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has awarded a contract for technical print pre-flight review services for DfE assessment materials, covering the period from October 2024 to October 2026, with a possible extension to October 2027. The contract, valued at £20,000, falls under the industry category of printed matter and related products (CPV: 22000000). The procurement process, utilising an open procedure below the threshold, is complete. The service will be provided by Page Bros Ltd and will cover multiple regions across the United Kingdom, including the North East, North West, and London. The contract began on 14 October 2024 and is set to end on 13 October 2027.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in technical print and related services, providing a long-term project with a reputable government department. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this contract particularly suitable for showcasing their capabilities and potentially expanding their market presence. The scope of the project, covering extensive geographical regions and requiring specialised print review skills, makes it an appealing opportunity for businesses aiming for growth in the public procurement sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Technical print pre-flight review services for DfE assessment materials (October 2024 - October 2026)

Notice Description

The Standards and Testing Agency, Department for Education have awarded a contract from Technical print pre-flight review services for DfE assessment materials ( Oct 2024 - Oct 2026). The initial contract term will be 24 months. There will be an option to extend it for an additional period of 12 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-98f2ea58-6225-4a31-abdb-ee9ba3a2c001
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/540bbba3-8ad9-4ff1-85f6-cdcc3014b67a
Current Stage
Award
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

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

CPV Codes

22000000 - Printed matter and related products

79800000 - Printing and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
13 Oct 2024 - 13 Oct 2027 2-3 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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 2WT
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PAGE BROS

Further Information

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