Tender

Distribution of the Sandwell Herald

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

13 Dec 2021 at 10:56

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently conducting a tender for the "Distribution of the Sandwell Herald," which is the council's official newspaper for residents. This procurement falls within the services industry category and is located in the West Midlands, specifically Oldbury, with the postal code B69 3DB. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender is planned to close on 14 January 2022 at 15:00hrs. The contract period is set to commence on 1 February 2022 and will run until 31 January 2024, covering the distribution of approximately 144,000 copies per edition of the newspaper, printed in full colour on recycled newsprint.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in printing and distribution services, particularly those experienced in handling postal services related to newspapers and periodicals. Companies that can efficiently manage high-volume distribution and meet specific technical specifications are well-positioned to compete successfully. Interested businesses should register with the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal to access detailed documents and submit their tenders, enabling them to potentially secure a contract that contributes to enhanced community engagement through effective information dissemination.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Distribution of the Sandwell Herald

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 Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04cd906e-d378-454c-a001-81556805612f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2022 - 31 Jan 2024 1-2 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
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Michelle Hackwood
Contact Email
michelle_hackwood@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 2873

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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