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Multifunctional Devices - Stockport Council

STOCKPORT METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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11 Sep 2025 at 08:32

Summary of the contracting process

Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council has completed the procurement process for a five-year contract commencing on 30th September 2025 and ending on 29th September 2030, concerning the provision of multifunctional devices. The procurement falls within the ‘services’ category, specifically classified under business services related to law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security. The procurement method used was limited, opting for a direct award through the ITS2011 NE National Education Printer Agreement 3 (NEPA 3) Lot 4, focusing on managed and production print equipment and services. The contracting process was facilitated without prior publication of a call for competition, reflecting the award status as complete, with the contract being signed on 11th September 2025 for a total amount of £372,615.

This contract presents an opportunity for large-scale print management and production service providers seeking to expand their footprint in public sector procurement. The procurement is specifically targeted at suppliers providing multifunctional devices that support regional authorities' operational needs, such as Stockport Council. Sensible Choice Ltd, as the named supplier, demonstrates that businesses with expertise in providing comprehensive managed print solutions are well-positioned to benefit from similar opportunities. Engaging in contracts like this can lead to significant business growth by establishing long-term relationships with regional or local authorities and potentially expanding into broader service offerings within the industry.

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Notice Title

Multifunctional Devices - Stockport Council

Notice Description

5-year contract for the provision of Multifunctional Devices on behalf of Stockport Council.

Lot Information

Lot 1

5-year contract for the provision of Multifunctional Devices on behalf of Stockport Council.

Procurement Information

Direct Award Through ITS2011 NE National Education Printer Agreement 3 (NEPA 3)Lot 4 One Stop Shop for Managed and Production Print Equipment and Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059834
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055646-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
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

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£372,615 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STOCKPORT METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
PHILIP STEPHENS
Contact Email
philip.stephens@star-procurement.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
STOCKPORT
Postcode
SK1 3XE
Post Town
Stockport
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD35 Greater Manchester South East
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Stockport
Electoral Ward
Brinnington & Stockport Central
Westminster Constituency
Stockport

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SENSIBLE CHOICE

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