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Command and House Papers Printing

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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20 May 2026 at 08:12

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Command and House Papers Printing" was conducted by the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), a government entity based in London, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the industry category of digital printing services and was completed through a selective method involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement aimed to provide fully managed Command and House Paper Services for documents presented to Parliament. Relevant locations include London, where services were to be delivered. The tender process reached the award stage with the contract commencing on 12th May 2026 and concluding on 11th May 2027, with a published award date of 20th May 2026.

This tender presents a business growth opportunity primarily for large enterprises given the scale and scope of the contract, valued at £85,000. Companies equipped to handle comprehensive digital printing services, particularly those experienced in managing substantial government contracts, would find this procurement particularly advantageous. Although not specifically tailored to SMEs or VCSEs, the contract with the FCDO could enhance reputation and visibility for suppliers, as evidenced by HH Associates LTD, which was awarded the contract. Businesses with capabilities to meet exacting government standards in document production and management are well-suited to compete in such procurement opportunities.

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Notice Title

Command and House Papers Printing

Notice Description

To provide fully managed end to end Command and House Paper Services to help the FCDO to meet their fixed obligations for Papers that are required to be presented (or laid) before one or both Houses of Parliament. The Requirements may include the following but not be limited to; - The provision of ISBN Numbers - Annual Reports - Printing of Annual Reports, Accounts and statements to Parliament and delivery of the Annual Reports.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c41e835d-e371-4fbd-bdff-e1636e1b18b8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79811000 - Digital printing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
11 May 2026 - 11 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HH ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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