This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

12 Aug 2026 at 06:34

Tender

25 May 2026 at 06:04

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for "Printing & Advertising Services for BC Qatar" is overseen by the British Council, a sub-central government public authority based at 1 Redman Place, London. This tender, classified within the industry category of printed matter and related products, has progressed through to the award stage, with a completed contract status as of 10th August 2026. The procurement method utilized is an open procedure, aiming to engage suppliers for goods related to printed books, brochures, and leaflets. The associated procurement activity has a contract period starting on 1st October 2026 and concluding on 30th September 2028, with a potential extension of two years. Key suppliers awarded the contract include REVA Solutions, Brain Wave Advertising and Communication, and JOPACK INTERNATIONAL TRADING, all based in Qatar.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the printing and advertising sectors, especially for those experienced in serving international clients, such as public authorities like the British Council. The open procedure indicates a transparent procurement process, allowing competitive participation from large-scale enterprises capable of delivering quality printed materials and advertising services. Businesses that can demonstrate robust technical capabilities and cost-effective solutions will be well-suited to benefit from such procurement opportunities, expanding their market presence and fostering international partnerships.

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Notice Title

Printing & Advertising Services for BC Qatar

Notice Description

British council Qatar requirement for printing and advertising agencies

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a262
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076464-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products


CPV Codes

22000000 - Printed matter and related products

22100000 - Printed books, brochures and leaflets

22462000 - Advertising material

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£210,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£210,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Aug 20262 days ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

BRAIN WAVE ADVERTISING AND COMMUNICATION

JOPACK INTERNATIONAL TRADING

REVA SOLUTIONS

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