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CPT_25_47 Print and Design Services

NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE

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25 Feb 2026 at 11:18

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Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process involves the National Audit Office (NAO) through the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Print Marketplace to secure print and design services. The contracting process has reached the 'Award' stage, with the contract awarded to Allied Publicity Services (Manchester) Ltd, a large-scale supplier. The tender, titled "CPT_25_47 Print and Design Services," falls under the industry category of printed matter and related products, coded as CPV 22000000. Based in London, the NAO will operate through a call-off contract facilitated by a framework agreement for an initial period from 9th February 2026 to 8th February 2028, with an optional extension until 15th December 2028. This arrangement is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) interested in registering as Print Marketplace suppliers.

This tender offers significant business opportunities for companies specialising in print services, especially those with capabilities to interact effectively within frameworks and call-off contracts. Businesses that can ensure efficient delivery of printed materials and related products are well-positioned to benefit from this procurement. The selective procurement method opens doors for competitive suppliers, who can participate by becoming registered suppliers in the Print Marketplace. Firms with strengths in custom print solutions and design services will find substantial growth potential in aiding the NAO with its ongoing print needs, thus enhancing their portfolio with public contracts and increasing industry standing.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CPT_25_47 Print and Design Services

Notice Description

The National Audit Office (NAO) shall be using the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Print Marketplace as their route to market to procure printed products and associated services. The agreement will run for an initial period of 2 years from 9th February 2026 until 8th February 2028 with an optional extension period until 15th December 2028. Call-Off Contracts are formed on an individual order basis against the terms and conditions set by the CCS as part of the Framework Agreement. The Print Marketplace is managed by a single supplier, called Allied Publicity Services (Manchester) Ltd. Suppliers who wish to have the opportunity to bid for our print requirements, can register at anytime to become a Print Marketplace supplier.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9cb63608-ed31-4913-8b36-e4be27e73f00
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b386c34d-ba5d-4249-a378-236a2abf498d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

22 - Printed matter and related products

CPV Codes

22000000 - Printed matter and related products

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2028 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
NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1W 9SP
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Pimlico North
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALLIED PUBLICITY SERVICES (MANCHESTER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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