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Distribution of the Sandwell Herald - AWARD

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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03 Feb 2022 at 15:24

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Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently engaged in the procurement process for the award of a contract titled "Distribution of the Sandwell Herald." This contract, classified under the industry category of printing and distribution services, is taking place in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement method used is an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 14 January 2022 at 15:00 hrs. The awarded contract has a duration starting from 1 February 2022 and concluding on 31 January 2024, with a total contract value of £83,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in printing and distribution, particularly those with capabilities in managing high-volume deliveries, such as newspapers or periodicals. Companies that are experienced in adhering to specific technical specifications and can handle logistics within the West Midlands region would be particularly well-suited to compete. By participating, suppliers can engage with a key council contract, potentially expanding their client base and increasing their visibility within the local public sector market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Distribution of the Sandwell Herald - AWARD

Notice Description

Distribution of the Sandwell Herald The Sandwell Herald is the council's newspaper for residents. The Herald is designed fully in-house and print is handled through a separate contract. The technical specification of the newspaper is as follows: o 24 pages, each 360mm x 289mm, in full colour o 52-gram standard paper, 100% recycled newsprint o Endorse folded, loose (not stitched) o Item must weigh under 80 grams and be no bigger than A4 in its final folded form o Approximately 144,000 copies per edition Please note there may be reasons why pagination could vary between editions but 24 is the standard on which we are seeking distribution prices in this Tender. Exact quantities may also vary. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order To View and Submit a Tender, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Friday 14 January 2022 at 15:00hrs

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c92ed3b9-4b84-4b4b-a35e-f86cebe73e82
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3df00d09-755a-464a-af27-b07f184865cb
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

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

CPV Codes

64111000 - Postal services related to newspapers and periodicals

79824000 - Printing and distribution services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£83,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Feb 20224 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2022 - 31 Jan 2024 1-2 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
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 3DB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE LETTERBOX CONSULTANCY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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