Tender

Printing, Finishing and Dispatch Services for Ordnance Survey Paper Maps

ORDNANCE SURVEY

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11 Oct 2024 at 14:00

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07 Oct 2024 at 20:30

Summary of the contracting process

Ordnance Survey Ltd, the official mapping agency of Britain, is currently in the tender stage for a contract titled "Printing, Finishing and Dispatch Services for Ordnance Survey Paper Maps." The procurement process is categorized under printing and related services (CPV 79800000) and is set to cover large format sheet mapping, customisable large format mapping, guidebooks, and outdoor accessories. The contract, worth up to £25 million over seven years, is divided into three Lots: OS Core Series Paper Maps, New Ordnance Survey Paper Maps and Associated Products, and OS Custom Made Paper Maps and Framed Products. The contract will operate starting from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2028, with solicitations ending on November 13, 2024. Salient points of contact or areas include Southampton, Channel Islands, British Overseas Territories, Isle of Man, and beyond, emphasising a broad geographical engagement. This procurement is being executed through a selective method involving competitive procedures with negotiation.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in large format printing, digital printing, and dispatch services. Companies specializing in flexible and high-capacity printing solutions, with the ability to handle large scale as well as custom orders, will find this contract highly beneficial. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to apply, given the suitability clause. Participating in this tender could facilitate long-term partnerships and consistent revenue streams from a stable and substantial governmental body with a diversified product demand, fostering robust business growth and opening new market channels.

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Notice Title

Printing, Finishing and Dispatch Services for Ordnance Survey Paper Maps

Notice Description

Ordnance Survey Ltd is Britain's mapping agency and is responsible for the surveying, production, maintenance and marketing of a wide range of geographic information, relied on by government, business and individuals. Further information on us can be found on our website http://www.os.uk. OS is a private limited company (company registration number 09121572), and the entire share capital is owned by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology. OS also has several wholly owned subsidiaries who may access this contract. The Ordnance Survey Consumer business unit is responsible for all retail products made available via an omni channel approach - direct to end customer and via retail/wholesale trade channels. Product categories include large format sheet mapping, customisable large format mapping (Custom Made), guidebooks and outdoor accessories. OS are seeking a Supplier with the capabilities and capacity to allow for effective Printing, Finishing and Dispatch Services for Ordnance Survey Paper Maps. The supply of the Printing, Finishing and Dispatch Services for Ordnance Survey Paper Maps will be split into three Lots. These are: o Lot 1 - Large Format Printing, Finishing and Dispatch Services for OS Core Series Paper Maps o Lot 2 - Printing, Finishing and Dispatch Services for New Ordnance Survey Paper Maps and Associated Products o Lot 3 - Digital Printing, Finishing and Dispatch Services for OS Custom Made Paper Maps and Framed Products Further information of what is included under each Lot can be found below in the procurement documentation. The estimated contract value across all Lots is up to ?25m for the maximum seven year contract term. Additional information: The Tender documentation is free to access and download on the following link: Visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/os to access the (In-tend) supplier portal. If you encounter any difficulties whilst using the system, you can contact our Support team by phoning 0844 2728810 or emailing support@in-tend.co.uk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c7332b08-9efb-4d9e-8f2d-c4bb69b203bb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/733bc227-1ddd-4eab-98fd-e719178501d9
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

24 - Chemical products

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

42 - Industrial machinery

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

22500000 - Printing plates or cylinders or other media for use in printing

22610000 - Printing ink

24931000 - Photographic plates and films

30120000 - Photocopying and offset printing equipment

30192112 - Ink sources for printing machinery

30197630 - Printing paper

30197645 - Card for printing

30220000 - Digital cartography equipment

37823700 - Paper for maps

42962200 - Printing press

42991000 - Paper, printing and bookbinding machinery and parts

42991200 - Printing machinery

42991210 - Offset printing machinery

79800000 - Printing and related services

79810000 - Printing services

79811000 - Digital printing services

79820000 - Services related to printing

79823000 - Printing and delivery services

79824000 - Printing and distribution services

79920000 - Packaging and related services

79921000 - Packaging services

79930000 - Specialty design services

79960000 - Photographic and ancillary services

79970000 - Publishing services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 3-4 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
ORDNANCE SURVEY
Contact Name
Sarah Gatt
Contact Email
sarah.gatt@os.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2380055163

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO16 0AS
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Chilworth, Nursling & Rownhams
Westminster Constituency
Romsey and Southampton North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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