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UOW977 - Print and Fulfilment - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER

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23 Apr 2026 at 13:39

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Worcester has completed a procurement process titled "UOW977 - Print and Fulfilment - AWARD," classified under the category of "Printed matter and related products." This selective tender followed a restricted procedure for services related to printing and fulfilment of recruitment materials, including prospectus packs, with locations for delivery encompassing the UK, Europe, and other regions globally. The tender period concluded on 4th February 2026, with the contract slated to commence on 30th April 2026, lasting until 30th April 2028. The contract, valued at £81,845.88, was awarded to Belmont Press Limited, Northamptonshire.

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in high-volume printing and fulfilment services, particularly those with expertise in producing educational recruitment materials. While SMEs and VCSEs were not the primary focus for this tender, companies with similar capabilities may consider positioning themselves for future opportunities. Belmont Press Limited, having secured the contract, demonstrates the capacity for businesses specialising in printed products to expand their portfolios by engaging with educational institutions like the University of Worcester, potentially leading to long-term collaborations and sector growth.

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Notice Title

UOW977 - Print and Fulfilment - AWARD

Notice Description

The University of Worcester is seeking to appoint a supplier for the provision of printing and fulfilment services for its undergraduate prospectus packs, offer-holder packs and other key recruitment materials.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-de21a518-112f-4800-9fda-33dea22456fa
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/917b6e65-4b2b-4557-8717-95e201f47805
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£81,845 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR2 6AJ
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
St Clement
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BELMONT PRESS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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