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Production of Broadcaster Magazine

BROADS AUTHORITY

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22 Jul 2026 at 11:20

UK4 - Tender Notice
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21 Jul 2026 at 16:03

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Broads Authority is seeking services for the production of its annual Broadcaster Magazine, covering advertising sales and administration, design, layout, print, delivery, and an online version. This procurement falls under the services category with a focus on printing and delivery. Located in Norwich, UK, the contracting authority is a sub-central government entity. The procurement is currently at the tender stage with the deadline for submissions set for 1st September 2026. The process follows an open procurement method defined as below threshold competition, and all interested parties are invited to submit their bids via email by the deadline. The project is valued at £60,000 gross and expects to initiate the contract on 1st October 2026, with the potential for a two-year extension beyond the initial term ending on 1st April 2029.

This tender offers extensive opportunities for businesses proficient in publishing, marketing, and logistics. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged, creating an inclusive competitive environment. Successful candidates would demonstrate expertise in design and print production, efficient delivery services, and innovative marketing solutions. The evaluation will be based on the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT) method, thus considering both quality and price, which can provide businesses with an opportunity to showcase their value proposition and innovative solutions to enhance their market positioning. The project not only promises sustained engagement over a three-year period but also offers potential business growth through the renewal possibilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Production of Broadcaster Magazine

Notice Description

3 Year contract to supply services for our annual Broadcaster magazine - advertising sales and administration, design, layout, print, delivery and online version.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Authority may extend this Contract beyond the Initial Term by a further period or periods of up to 24 Months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d045
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069118-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79823000 - Printing and delivery services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 1 Apr 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BROADS AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 1RY
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLH East (England)
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Thorpe Hamlet
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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