Tender

Dynamic Purchasing System for Print & Fulfilment Services

GATESHEAD COUNCIL

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01 Aug 2022 at 12:30

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10 Jun 2022 at 14:07

Summary of the contracting process

The Gateshead Council is currently in the process of establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Print & Fulfilment Services, with the aim to invite qualified suppliers to deliver a wide range of printing services. The procurement falls under the services industry category and includes five distinct subcategories, covering everything from printing council magazines to promotional items. The tender, identified as DN615124, allows for open entry throughout its lifespan, encouraging new suppliers to join and actively participate. The current procurement stage is the planning phase, and it is expected to remain active until 31 July 2027, providing ample time for interested parties to engage.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the printing and fulfilment services sector. Companies that specialise in a variety of printing techniques, including digital and large format printing, as well as those providing promotional products, will find this DPS appealing. Additionally, businesses with prior experience in servicing local authorities or regional councils may have a competitive advantage. Engaging in this procurement process can lead to long-term collaborations with the council, fostering growth and expanding business prospects.

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Notice Title

Dynamic Purchasing System for Print & Fulfilment Services

Notice Description

The Council wishes to establish a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) with a number of qualified and experienced suppliers to deliver a range of printing and fulfilment services. The DPS will comprise of the following categories: Category 1 - Printing and Fulfilment Services Category 2 - Printing of Council News Magazine and Other Related Articles Category 3 - General Print Category 4 - Large Format Print Category 5 - Promotional Print The purpose of the DPS is to meet the Council's requirements for printing and fulfilment work that cannot be fulfilled by its internal multi-functional devices. Suppliers who are admitted to the DPS will be invited to respond to tenders, as and when they are issued by the Council.

Lot Information

Print and Fulfilment Services

Printing and Fulfilment Services such as: Quarterly and annual statements Newsletters Surveys Envelope, flyer and letter printing Mail merge Self-mailers (e.g. postcards) Other mailing activity as required. Suppliers should note that this list is not exhaustive and does not represent an actual requirement.

Options: This contract has options to extend past the initial 60 month period

Printing of Council News Magazine and Other Related Articles

Printing of Council News Magazine and Other Related Articles such as: Printing of the Council's resident's magazine 'Gateshead Council News' Printing of other publications Suppliers should note that this list is not exhaustive and does not represent an actual requirement.

Options: This contract has options to extend past the initial 60 month period

General Print

General Print Services such as: Offset/Litho Print Digital Print Web Print Leaflets, brochures, die-cut folders etc. Finishes such as Die-cut, Lamination, Encapsulation, Fold/crease/score, Perfect Binding, Perforation, Embossing, Foil Blocking, Eye Letting, Spot UV, Numbering Suppliers should note that this list is not exhaustive and does not represent an actual requirement.

Options: This contract has options to extend past the initial 60 month period

Large Format Print

Large Format Print such as: Bridge Banners Pull Up Banners Large Foamex Boards Vehicle Signage Posters Finishes such as Stitching, Eyeletting, Laminating, Mounting Suppliers should note that this list is not exhaustive and does not represent an actual requirement.

Options: This contract has options to extend past the initial 60 month period

Promotional Print

Promotional Print to include supply and printing of items such as: Pens Mugs Reusable shopping bags USB sticks Lanyards T-shirts Corporate gifts such as paperweights, key rings, mouse mats etc. Suppliers should note that this list is not exhaustive and does not represent an actual requirement.

Options: This contract has options to extend past the initial 60 month period

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03454a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020957-2022
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
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

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


CPV Codes

79800000 - Printing and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,657,500 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Aug 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jul 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GATESHEAD COUNCIL
Contact Name
Hannah Millar
Contact Email
hannahmillar@gateshead.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE8 1HH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear

Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
Bridges
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

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