Award

Framework Agreement for the Supply and Delivery of Newspapers

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

07 Mar 2018 at 00:00

Tender

31 Oct 2017 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is inviting tenders for a framework agreement titled "Framework Agreement for the Supply and Delivery of Newspapers." This procurement, classified under goods and targeting the general public services industry, is located in Edinburgh and Glasgow. The tender was announced on 31 October 2017, and the submission deadline was set for 5 December 2017, 12:00. The procurement method used is an open procedure, with the framework agreement expected to be awarded to a single contractor after meeting high service quality standards.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply and delivery of newspapers, including publishers and logistic companies, to seek a contract with the Scottish Government and affiliated public bodies. The potential contractor will not only have to fulfil delivery requirements across various locations but also demonstrate superior value compared to alternative source providers. Companies with capabilities in managing contracts effectively and a strong commitment to quality service will be well-positioned to compete for this contract.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Supply and Delivery of Newspapers

Notice Description

The Framework Agreement is for the provision of the supply and delivery of a wide range of daily, weekly, Saturday and Sunday newspapers, and weekly magazines, to the offices of Framework Public Body(s) located in Edinburgh and Glasgow. The Framework Agreement will be awarded to a single Contractor. The Contractor will meet the requirements established within this specification and ensure the delivery of a high quality service to the Framework Public Bodies using this framework. The Contractor will be expected to demonstrate that value received by the Framework Public Body(s) is significantly and demonstrably greater than could be achieved by going elsewhere.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Framework Agreement is for the provision of the supply and delivery of a wide range of daily, weekly, Saturday and Sunday newspapers, and weekly magazines, to the offices of Framework Public Body(s) located in Edinburgh and Glasgow. The Framework Agreement will be awarded to a single Contractor. The Contractor will meet the requirements established within this specification and ensure the delivery of a high quality service to the Framework Public Bodies using this framework. The Contractor will be expected to demonstrate that value received by the Framework Public Body(s) is significantly and demonstrably greater than could be achieved by going elsewhere. Framework is available to the following organisations: National Records of Scotland Historic Environment Scotland Education Scotland Registers of Scotland Scottish Qualification Authority Scottish Courts Service Scottish Prison Service Transport Scotland The Scottish Government Core Directorates Crown Office & Procurator Fiscal Service National Museums of Scotland Scottish Enterprise Scottish Legal Aid Board Skills Development Scotland Visit Scotland. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: Initial 3 year period with the option to extend for a further one 12 month period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000516056
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR312788
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products


CPV Codes

22200000 - Newspapers, journals, periodicals and magazines

22210000 - Newspapers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jan 20188 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
4 years

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Michael Brydon
Contact Email
michael.brydon@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312440474, +44 1312443619

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV299939
    Framework Agreement for the Supply and Delivery of Newspapers - The Framework Agreement is for the provision of the supply and delivery of a wide range of daily, weekly, Saturday and Sunday newspapers, and weekly magazines, to the offices of Framework Public Body(s) located in Edinburgh and Glasgow. The Framework Agreement will be awarded to a single Contractor. The Contractor will meet the requirements established within this specification and ensure the delivery of a high quality service to the Framework Public Bodies using this framework. The Contractor will be expected to demonstrate that value received by the Framework Public Body(s) is significantly and demonstrably greater than could be achieved by going elsewhere.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR312788
    Framework Agreement for the Supply and Delivery of Newspapers - The Framework Agreement is for the provision of the supply and delivery of a wide range of daily, weekly, Saturday and Sunday newspapers, and weekly magazines, to the offices of Framework Public Body(s) located in Edinburgh and Glasgow. The Framework Agreement will be awarded to a single Contractor. The Contractor will meet the requirements established within this specification and ensure the delivery of a high quality service to the Framework Public Bodies using this framework. The Contractor will be expected to demonstrate that value received by the Framework Public Body(s) is significantly and demonstrably greater than could be achieved by going elsewhere.

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