Tender

367 Print Services Framework

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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Tender

15 Jun 2018 at 09:59

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Aston University is currently inviting tenders for the "367 Print Services Framework", aimed at providing a range of print and print-related services needed by various departments of the institution over a contract duration of three years. This procurement falls under the category of printed matter and related products, with a contract value estimated at £500,000. The tender is classified under the CPV code 22000000 and is being conducted using a selective procurement method via a restricted procedure. The tender period will close on 13th July 2018, and the contract is expected to commence on 1st November 2018, concluding on 31st October 2021. The delivery addresses for the services will be located in the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom.

This tender offers a substantial opportunity for print service providers, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to engage with a prestigious educational institution. Businesses that specialise in various print services, from general printing to high-value print production, will find ample scope to showcase their capabilities through the defined lots, which include business cards, brochures, and conference materials. This diverse requirement may also attract companies with expertise in branded merchandise, allowing them to expand their client portfolio and foster long-term relationships with Aston University.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

367 Print Services Framework

Notice Description

Aston University produces a variety of printed material each year, including the University's two key prospectuses, course guides, student handbooks, various brochures, leaflets, posters, folders and magazines as well as an assortment of branded merchandise and banners. The University would like to invite tenders for the provision of an assortment of print and print-related services for a contract duration of three years. The framework will be spilt into lots; Lot 1 - Business cards and letterheads To comprise a range of stationery including business cards with a finished standard size of 85x55mm and standard A4 portrait size letterheads. Compliment slips may be requested. Artwork for business stationery will be provided by Aston University. Lot 2 - General print To comprise a range of general print including leaflets (singe sided, double sided); Z-fold leaflets; newsletters, posters (A1, A3, A4); roll-up banners, exhibition materials, brochures (ranging from 4, 6, 8, 12 pages up to 40+). Also presentation/conference folders and binding, collating and colour photocopying service may be requested. Lot 3 - Prospectus and high value print To comprise an annual undergraduate prospectus (published January) and some distribution is required to HE fairs, events and distribution centres (DJG). Details will be provided by Aston University. A postgraduate prospectus may also be included, going forward. Also included are large volume brochures.Some items may need specialist finishes to the cover ie the prospectus. Please note: for all lots, print is not centralised and does not originate through the central marketing team. Print will be ordered from different departments, schools, research centres, support services and, central marketing. This means orders will have different cost codes, different cost centres and will use different budgets. Artwork for all print will be provided by Aston University's graphic designer and the design agencies on the framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c2a88ee0-b1b9-437e-8bcc-cd52700b9c26
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2018 - 31 Oct 2021 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
ASTON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Maria Dacosta
Contact Email
t-dacostam@aston.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1212044396

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7ET
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

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