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International Printing - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE

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08 Jun 2023 at 15:55

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Hertfordshire has awarded a contract for International Printing services. The contract involves in-country printing of various materials like brochures, leaflets, and business cards in multiple countries. The total contract value is 188,920 GBP. The tender process was open, with a tender period ending on 24th February 2023. The contract is expected to run from 1st July 2023 to 30th June 2028.

This procurement opportunity by the University of Hertfordshire presents a chance for businesses in the printing and related services industry to engage in international projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in printing and fulfilment services could particularly benefit from this tender. It is a significant service contract spanning multiple countries, providing opportunities for growth and collaboration for suitable businesses.

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Notice Title

International Printing - AWARD

Notice Description

This contract is for the University's International Print and Fulfilment requirements. This will include in-country printing of brochures, leaflets, pull-up banners and business cards. Additional items may be added during the contract term. Printing, fulfilment and posting are required in the following countries: Brazil, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, UAE, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia and Hong Kong. Additional countries may be added during the contract term. The Contractor will provide a secure externally hosted software solution to enable the University to send electronic versions of their documents that need to be printed. The software solution will provide quotations to the University Contract Manager for the requested printing/requirements for acceptance before proceeding. It will be the Contractor's responsibility that the printed items are packaged and all documentation is completed in line with the Customs requirement for the country that the item is being sent to. All the requirements are listed in the tender documentation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f3b8e21a-7de7-4712-b51f-4b12b7c45755
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/655011d8-a057-470c-b036-68401dee1ff4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£188,920 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£188,920 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 May 20232 years ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2023 - 30 Jun 2028 Over 5 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 HERTFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HERTFORDSHIRE
Postcode
AL10 9AB
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Hatfield South West
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BPO INTELLIGENCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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