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Tender

11 Aug 2026 at 15:14

Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Warwickshire is inviting tenders for print and design services, aiming to support various functions such as operational policing, corporate communications, and community engagement. This procurement process falls under the services industry category and is located in the UK region. The tender is currently in the active stage, with an end date for submissions set for 11th September 2026. The contract is set to commence on 1st November 2026 and will initially last three years, with potential extensions for up to two additional twelve-month periods. The procurement follows a Competitive Flexible Procedure in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, ensuring a stringent evaluation of both quality and price across different stages.

This opportunity is particularly suited for businesses that specialise in comprehensive print and design services and can offer sustainable, high-quality solutions. It is ideal for suppliers who can manage account services, digital and lithographic printing, and deliver large-format products. The procurement encourages participation from businesses that can guarantee efficient service integration and consistent quality assurance, thus providing a platform for growth through significant, long-term government contracts. Companies adept at responsive customer support, secure information handling, and that demonstrate continuous improvement will find this tender an excellent opportunity to expand or solidify their footprint in the sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Print and Design Services

Notice Description

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Warwickshire invites tenders for the provision of external print and design services to Warwickshire Police. The appointed supplier will provide a managed print and design service supporting operational policing, corporate communications, community engagement, recruitment, training, crime prevention and public awareness campaigns. The service will be available Monday to Friday throughout the year (excluding public holidays) and must be capable of responding to urgent requirements where necessary. The scope of the contract includes, but is not limited to: - Account management; - Design consultancy and graphic design services; - Artwork preparation, typesetting, proofing and pre-production services; - Digital and lithographic printing; - Finishing services, including binding, laminating, folding and trimming; - Production of accessible print formats; - Supply of printed materials, including leaflets, brochures, posters, banners, signage and large-format products; - Production of operational and administrative forms, including NCR/carbonless forms; - Supply of branded and promotional merchandise; and - Packaging, fulfilment and delivery services. The Authority seeks a supplier that can deliver high-quality services, value for money, responsive customer support, sustainable solutions, robust information security and continuous improvement throughout the contract term. The requirement will be procured as a single contract and has not been divided into lots. The Authority considered dividing the requirement into separate lots, including design, print production, large-format printing and branded merchandise. Following assessment, a single supplier model was considered operationally, technically and commercially advantageous, providing: - Consistent brand management and quality assurance; - A single point of contact and streamlined contract management; - Efficient handling of urgent and ad hoc requirements; - Improved integration across design, print, fulfilment and delivery activities; and - Enhanced performance monitoring and reporting. The contract will be awarded for an initial period of three (3) years, with options to extend for up to a further two (2) periods of twelve (12) months. The estimated annual value of the contract is approximately PS57,000 excluding VAT. This estimate is based on historical demand and does not constitute a guarantee of future expenditure. Actual spend may increase or decrease during the contract term. The Authority considered the need for preliminary market engagement and concluded that it was not required. The print and design market is mature and well established, and the Authority has sufficient knowledge of its requirements based on previous procurement and contract management experience. The requirement is not considered novel or complex, and sufficient market competition is expected. How to Apply All expressions of interest must be submitted via the Warwickshire Police In-tend portal: https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home Suppliers must register on the portal to access the procurement documents. All clarification questions must be submitted through the correspondence function within In-tend. Full details of the procurement process, evaluation methodology, specification and contract conditions are contained within the procurement documents. This procurement is being conducted as a Competitive Flexible Procedure in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. The Authority reserves the right to amend the procurement timetable or process where permitted by law, manage conflicts of interest in accordance with its governance procedures, and not to award a contract as a result of this procurement exercise.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: At the Authority's discretion the contract may be extended for a further two (2) periods of twelve (12) months each.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06e1c3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076395-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

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


CPV Codes

22462000 - Advertising material

79800000 - Printing and related services

79810000 - Printing services

79820000 - Services related to printing

79822500 - Graphic design services

79823000 - Printing and delivery services

79824000 - Printing and distribution services

79930000 - Specialty design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£285,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£285,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
11 Sep 20261 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2031-07-29

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR WARWICKSHIRE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEK WOOTTON
Postcode
CV35 7QB
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG13 Warwickshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG13 Warwickshire CC

Local Authority
Warwick
Electoral Ward
Warwick All Saints & Woodloes
Westminster Constituency
Warwick and Leamington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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