Tender

Venice Biennale 2020 - British Pavilion Exhibition Catalogue Printing Brief

BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)

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26 Nov 2019 at 09:04

Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is inviting tenders for the “Venice Biennale 2020 - British Pavilion Exhibition Catalogue Printing Brief”, with a focus on the printing of 1,000 copies of the official exhibition catalogue for the British Pavilion at the Architecture Biennale 2020. This procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 6 December 2019. The project falls under the printed matter and related products industry category, and the deliveries will be made to locations in both the UK and Italy. Bidders are encouraged to register on the British Council's e-Tendering portal to participate in this limited competitive quotation process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for printers and related service providers, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering high-quality printing services. Companies that specialise in printing materials for exhibitions, catalogues, and marketing collateral would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this tender could enhance a business’s portfolio and provide valuable experience in international projects, especially in the cultural sector.

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Notice Title

Venice Biennale 2020 - British Pavilion Exhibition Catalogue Printing Brief

Notice Description

The appointed Printer will work closely with the Senior Project Manager Venice, the British Pavilion Commissioners, the Curators (Unscene Architecture Ltd),an external graphic designer and an external editor appointed by the British Council. The appointed Printer will be responsible for: - Repro and print - 1,000 copies of the official exhibition catalogue for the British Pavilion in the Architecture Biennale (2020) to be delivered as follows: - Delivery of 250 catalogues to British Council: 10 Spring Gardens, London SW1A 2BN, UK - Delivery of 750 catalogues to Padliglione Gran Bretagne, Viale Giardini Pubblici, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy - Optional re-prints of 500 and 1,000, by request Additional information: Bidders should register on the British Council's e-Tendering portal In-Tend (https://intendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil/aspx/Home) in order to take part in the tender process. Once registered, bidders must log-in to the website where they can view the project and access the bidders pack and submit their return. Bidders will also be required to demonstrate their capability and 'means of proof' will be required. These conditions are outlined in the RFP.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bbc046d-2c0a-4fe7-a846-db9652c3e8f5
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Dec 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Dec 2019 - 12 Dec 2020 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BN
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
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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