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Staff Magazine

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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12 Nov 2025 at 14:24

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the 'Staff Magazine' contract was initiated by South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust for the provision of magazines across various NHS Trusts including South Tees and North Tees and Hartlepool. The procurement falls under the industry category of 'Goods' with a CPV classification of 'Magazines'. The location for delivery includes a wide range of regions, such as the United Kingdom, Europe, and other overseas territories. This procurement has reached the 'Award' stage with the contract scheduled to start on 12th November 2025 and end by 11th November 2028. A competitive quotation method was used that is suited for procurements below threshold, highlighting its focus on limited competition.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for SMEs, particularly those with expertise in magazine production and distribution. With a contract valued at £55,543.04 GBP, businesses that are capable of managing a publication for large healthcare institutions would be well-positioned to compete. This procurement provides a significant platform for growth, allowing businesses to expand their portfolio by working with major NHS Trusts such as South Tees, contributing to their visibility and reputation within the public sector. The successful bidder, Octagon Design & Marketing Ltd, exemplifies how specialised design and marketing firms can leverage their expertise in such tenders to enhance their business prospects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Staff Magazine

Notice Description

The provision of Staff Magazine for University Hospital Tees (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust) Additional information: The Provision of Staff Magazine (South Tees and North Tees) Contract Duration 12th November 2025 - 11th November 2028 for a 36 Month Period

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-acbb1e0b-0302-4d72-b0f5-6a8eda0e3d77
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd39b3cd-cd50-4729-bbaa-336dfa55d501
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

CPV Codes

22213000 - Magazines

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£55,543 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Nov 20259 months ago
Contract Period
12 Nov 2025 - 11 Nov 2028 3-4 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
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MIDDLESBROUGH
Postcode
TS2 1RU
Postcode Area
Cleveland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC32 South Teesside
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Middlesbrough
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Octagon Design & Marketing Ltd

Further Information

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