Tender

Student Study Material Production Contract

THE UNIVERSITY OF LONDON

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Tender

08 Jul 2019 at 08:24

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of London is inviting tenders for the production of printed Study Guides, a contract anticipated to span three years with potential for a two-year extension. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on printed matter and related products. Located in London, the tender is currently at the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) stage, with key deadlines including the tender submission due by 29th July 2019 and publication of further bidding documents on 4th September 2019. The minimum contract value is £450,000, with the total anticipated value reaching £502,000. This procurement method follows the open procedure, allowing for broad participation from interested suppliers.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in digital printing services and educational material production. Companies that are agile and capable of collaborating with partners based in Asia or Singapore will find additional advantages, as this may lower production costs significantly. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate due to the inclusive nature of this procurement, enabling them to better contribute to the University’s global educational mission.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Student Study Material Production Contract

Notice Description

The University of London is proud to offer an opportunity for an experienced and suitably qualified Supplier to produce printed Study Guides for the University. The Contract will be awarded by a competitive tender, for a three year term, with the possibility to extend by a further two years. The University of London requires Study Guides to be produced to aid international students studying across the world, including printed Study Guides and CD-ROMs, which supports the e-learning experience. Due to the large international market, University of London Worldwide will drive the majority of demand within the University. Established in 1858, the University of London Worldwide now has more than 48,000 students in 180 countries worldwide, studying 100+ degrees, diplomas and certificates in subjects ranging from Economics and Law to Information Security and Veterinary Science. The University's current Study Guides print service is provided by two suppliers, one with production based in the UK and one that prints in Singapore. This solution has provided a value for money service to the University as printed materials due for delivery in Asia cost less to produce and ship, as approximately 48% of our students are studying in Asia. As suppliers will endeavour to provide their most competitive pricing when tendering, bidders must consider the option of delivering the services in collaboration with a supply partner (or subsidiary company/division) based in Singapore or Asia. This will reduce production costs considerably and allow suppliers to submit their best pricing in this tender. Additional information: Please note the following the two publication dates and the documents that will be released accordingly: 8th July 2019 - Stage 1: PQQ, Specification & Pricing Document (information only) 4th Sept 2019 - Stage 2: ITT Pack (Tender Response Document, Pricing Document (amendable), Contract Terms)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/017ec364-e76d-4b6c-a7e9-8b1caccc41a2
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

22000000 - Printed matter and related products

79811000 - Digital printing services

80300000 - Higher education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£502,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jul 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jan 2020 - 14 Jan 2023 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF LONDON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC1E 7HU
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

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