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AT1478 Communications Print Services

LUTON COUNCIL

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13 May 2026 at 13:03

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Luton Council's "AT1478 Communications Print Services" has reached its completion stage. The contract, which is focused on printing and related services, involves two lots: Standard Promotional Print and Large-Format and Specialist Print. Located in Luton, the project is classified under the sub-central government public authority sector and is being orchestrated by Luton Council. The competitive procurement process was conducted via a limited method, indicating it was below the threshold for open competition. The contract was awarded on 5th May 2026, and it is set to be active until 19th April 2027, with the potential for two one-year extensions, bringing its total possible duration to April 2029.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in printing services, particularly those specialising in promotional and large-format printing. The chosen supplier, BARTHAM PRESS (WATFORD) LIMITED, exemplifies the type of small to medium-sized enterprise that can benefit from such contracts. Engaging in government contracts can lead to business growth by providing stable income streams and opportunities to enhance service offerings and operations. The contract's limited competition method suggests that well-prepared and regionally present businesses may also have a strong chance of success in similar future procurements.

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Notice Title

AT1478 Communications Print Services

Notice Description

AT1478 Communications Print Services Lot 1: Standard promotional print Lot 2: Large-Format and specialist print

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0697be
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043937-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
4 May 2026 - 19 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BARTHAM PRESS (WATFORD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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