Tender

Printing of Sandwell Herald

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

14 Dec 2023 at 12:37

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking quotations from experienced contractors to print the Sandwell Herald newspaper. The contract covers the period from 1 February 2024 to 31 January 2026. The deadline for submissions is Friday 12 January 2024 at 17:00hrs. The successful supplier will need to deliver the first edition to distribution centres by Friday 23 February 2024. This procurement falls under the "Printing and related services" industry category and uses the open procedure method.

This tender presents an opportunity for printing companies to secure a two-year contract for printing the Sandwell Herald newspaper. Businesses capable of high-quality printing, bundling, strapping, labelling, and distribution services would be well-suited to compete. The contract, with a value of £60,000, aims to ensure Sandwell residents are well-informed and engaged through a key council communications channel. Interested parties can access the tender details via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Printing of Sandwell Herald

Notice Description

Printing of Sandwell Herald Sandwell Council's Communications & Corporate Affairs Team is seeking quotations from an experienced contractor to print the Sandwell Herald newspaper in line with its current look for a two-year contract covering the period 1 February 2024 to 31 January 2026. The most recent edition can be viewed at www.sandwell.gov.uk/herald The number of Herald editions per annum will be subject to demand and budget. However, we anticipate up to six editions over the two-year contract. The number of printed copies required per edition is up to approximately 147,000. This may be subject to change. The successful supplier will also be responsible for printed copies to be bundled, strapped and, where required, labelled, and to arrange delivery into distribution centres. The first edition under the contract will need to be delivered to distribution centres on Friday 23 February 2024. The council's preferred print date for this edition would be either Tuesday 20 February 2024 or Wednesday 21 February 2024. We are seeking a high-quality print solution for the Sandwell Herald that helps to ensure residents in Sandwell are well-informed, can access key services and can take part in activities and events. Research shows the Herald is the top council communications channel by which residents receive news and information about Sandwell, including key cost of living, safety and health advice. The Herald is particularly valuable for tackling digital inequality as this is the main way the council communicates with residents who are not online. The content of the Herald represents and celebrates the diversity of Sandwell people as well as promoting a wide range of services, advice and community/voluntary groups that support people from all backgrounds and with various needs. 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 Quotation or other related documents. To submit a quotation 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 12 January 2024 at 17:00hrs Additional information: Printing of Sandwell Herald Sandwell Council's Communications & Corporate Affairs Team is seeking quotations from an experienced contractor to print the Sandwell Herald newspaper in line with its current look for a two-year contract covering the period 1 February 2024 to 31 January 2026. The most recent edition can be viewed at www.sandwell.gov.uk/herald The number of Herald editions per annum will be subject to demand and budget. However, we anticipate up to six editions over the two-year contract. The number of printed copies required per edition is up to approximately 147,000. This may be subject to change. The successful supplier will also be responsible for printed copies to be bundled, strapped and, where required, labelled, and to arrange delivery into distribution centres. The first edition under the contract will need to be delivered to distribution centres on Friday 23 February 2024. The council's preferred print date for this edition would be either Tuesday 20 February 2024 or Wednesday 21 February 2024. We are seeking a high-quality print solution for the Sandwell Herald that helps to ensure residents in Sandwell are well-informed, can access key services and can take part in activities and events. Research shows the Herald is the top council communications channel by which residents receive news and information about Sandwell, including key cost of living, safety and health advice. The Herald is particularly valuable for tackling digital inequality as this is the main way the council communicates with residents who are not online. The content of the Herald represents and celebrates the diversity of Sandwell people as well as promoting a wide range of services, advice and community/voluntary groups that support people from all backgrounds and with various needs. 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 Quotation or other related documents. To submit a quotation 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 12 January 2024 at 17:00hrs Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e22934dd-18ae-42d5-a518-c3c205c253a9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e9f806f-4b6d-4052-b978-4ff61b3f210b
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

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

CPV Codes

79800000 - Printing and related services

79810000 - Printing services

79823000 - Printing and delivery services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Dec 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2024 - 31 Jan 2026 2-3 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
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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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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