This public procurement record has 10 releases in its history.

Award

17 Apr 2026 at 16:41

Award

16 Apr 2026 at 16:10

Award

31 Mar 2026 at 13:43

Award

03 Feb 2026 at 12:42

TenderCancellation

03 Feb 2026 at 11:32

Award

30 Jan 2026 at 18:18

TenderUpdate

26 Nov 2025 at 09:19

TenderUpdate

13 Nov 2025 at 15:49

Tender

13 Nov 2025 at 15:38

Planning

16 Sep 2025 at 14:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Liverpool John Moores University for printed matter services, titled "LJMU2511 - Printed Matter Lot 2", focuses on large format printing within the "Printing services" industry category. Located in Liverpool, United Kingdom, the award stage has been reached, following an open competitive procedure. The process, finalized on 17th April 2026, involves the framework agreement with suppliers. The contract period commences on 1st May 2026, offering potential extensions up to 2034. Notable suppliers awarded include DS REPRO LIMITED and ORIEL STUDIOS DIGITAL LIMITED, aligning with the estimated contract value of £100,000 each.

This tender creates growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in large format printing and related services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) like DS REPRO LIMITED and ORIEL STUDIOS DIGITAL LIMITED featured prominently in the successful bid, highlighting their capability in delivering substantial print services for public authorities. Companies in the printing services sector with expertise in handling large format projects and managing framework agreements will find promising opportunities through such awards, enhancing their sustainability and market presence. The competitive flexible procedure suggests a welcoming environment for innovative SMEs ready to partner with educational institutions in fulfilling extensive contract requirements.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

LJMU2511 - Printed Matter Lot 2

Notice Description

Lot Two - Large Format Print The award is not guaranteed spend. The estimated contract value has been split in two equal amounts for Lot 3, but this is not guaranteed spend.

Lot Information

Digital Print - Small and Large Jobs

Renewal: Possible Extension after 4 year please refer to the tender documents

Large Format Print

Renewal: Possible Extension after 4 year please refer to the tender documents

Estate Signage

Please refer to ITT documents

Renewal: Possible Extension after 4 year please refer to the tender documents

Specialist Print Degree Certificates

Please refer to the tender documents for Lot 4

Renewal: Possible Extension after 4 year please refer to the tender documents

Planning Information

all details within the RFI document located here https://in-tendhost.co.uk/ljmu/aspx/Home

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059b69
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035375-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

22440000 - Cheque forms

22450000 - Security-type printed matter

34928470 - Signage

79132000 - Certification services

79800000 - Printing and related services

79810000 - Printing services

80300000 - Higher education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,097,986 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,098,003 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£496,666 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
20 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
30 Jan 20266 months ago
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
2033-09-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Liverpool John Moores University
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 5AH
Postcode Area
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Brownlow Hill
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
7
Supplier Names

BENSON SIGNS LIMITED

Belmont Press Ltd

CHETHAM HOUSE LIMITED T/A SF TAYLOR

DMA SIGNS LIMITED

DS REPRO LIMITED

HAGUE COMPUTER SUPPLIES LIMITED under Hague Group

ORIEL STUDIOS DIGITAL LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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