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TD2284 - External Print Framework

Derby City Council

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

21 Apr 2026 at 14:46

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

19 Nov 2025 at 14:43

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

11 Nov 2025 at 14:51

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

02 Jun 2025 at 15:41

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Derby City Council has initiated a comprehensive procurement process titled "TD2284 - External Print Framework," aimed at acquiring a range of printing services to communicate messages both internally and externally. The procurement falls under the industry category of printed matter and related products, with services distributed across five specific lots, including standard and large volume printing, signage and large format printing, promotional printing, advertising boarding and installation, and vehicle signage. The location of the services will primarily be in the United Kingdom, with a focus on Derby and surrounding regions. The process began with an award stage on 21st April 2026, following an open procurement method. Significant dates include a submission deadline on 30th January 2026 and the start of the contract period slated for 1st June 2026, potentially extending to 31st May 2030, accounting for renewals and Local Government Reorganisation impacts.

This procurement process represents substantial business opportunities for service providers, particularly SMEs skilled in various types of printing services. Businesses adept in printing, signage, promotional products, and vehicle graphics stand to benefit significantly from this framework. The multiple lots within this contract allow suppliers to highlight their specialties, ensuring competitive advantage through quality and pricing criteria. Moreover, with anticipated demand increases due to Local Government Reorganisation, businesses that can scale their operations effectively will find further growth potential. The framework agreement offers scope for strategic partnerships and long-term engagements, fostering sustainable business development in the sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TD2284 - External Print Framework

Notice Description

Derby City Council (DCC) has a requirement to produce a range of materials to communicate messages both internally and externally. To help to meet this demand a new contract in the form of a Framework for Printing Services will be procured. The Council is looking for tenders from suitably qualified and experienced, providers for the following lots: Lot 1 - Standard and Large Volume Printing Lot 2 - Signage and Large Format Printing Lot 3 - Promotional Printing Lot 4 - Advertising Boarding and Installation Lot 5 - Vehicle Signage Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) is underway in several areas across the country and may result in changes to council structures, service delivery and responsibilities, and geographical coverage during the life of the contract. For this contract it is anticipated that the effects of LGR may lead to an increased service demand or the need to extend provision to new areas or client groups. An additional estimated value of PS1,761,000 (Including VAT) to reflect potential future changes in service scope or volume linked to LGR. This is not committed spend.

Lot Information

Standard and Large Volume Printing

Renewal: There will be an option to extend the contract for two, twelve-month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs. Maximum contract term is four (4) years (48 months)

Signage and Large Format Printing

Renewal: There will be an option to extend the contract for two, twelve-month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs. Maximum contract term is four (4) years (48 months)

Promotional Printing

Renewal: There will be an option to extend the contract for two, twelve-month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs. Maximum contract term is four (4) years (48 months)

Advertising Boarding and Installation

Renewal: There will be an option to extend the contract for two, twelve-month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs. Maximum contract term is four (4) years (48 months)

Vehicle Signage

Renewal: There will be an option to extend the contract for two, twelve-month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs. Maximum contract term is four (4) years (48 months)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052ae3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036173-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

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

CPV Codes

22000000 - Printed matter and related products

79800000 - Printing and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,935,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,935,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
20 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
21 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Derby City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE1 2FS
Postcode Area
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF11 Derby
Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Darley
Westminster Constituency
Derby South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

FINE PRINT (STOCKPORT) LIMITED

JOHN E. WRIGHT & CO. LIMITED

KINGS OFFICE SUPPLIES LIMITED

N1 VISUAL LTD

QFLOW PROMOTIONS LTD

WHITHAM PRINT SERVICES LIMITED

Further Information

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