Award

Award - SB Connect Publication

SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Borders Council has recently completed a procurement process for the SB Connect Publication, which is the official newspaper of the Council. The contract was awarded on 1st October 2018 following an open tender procedure, with a total value of £103,630.5. This project, classified under general public services, involves the design, print, and distribution of the publication over a period of two years, with a possible one-year extension. The procurement process took place in Newtown St Boswells, UK, with the submission deadline for bids having ended on 6th September 2018.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses in graphic design, printing, and distribution services, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) fitting the criteria. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in providing high-quality publications and have the capability to meet the Council's requirements for community benefits are well-positioned to compete in similar tenders. Engaging in these projects could enhance their visibility and strengthen relationships within the public sector, ultimately aiding in business growth.

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Notice Title

Award - SB Connect Publication

Notice Description

Award of contract for the Publication of SB Connect which is the official newspaper of Scottish Borders Council. SBC contract with a supplier to design, print and distribute, SB Connect on the Councils behalf.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Council's Corporate Communications and Marketing Service has awarded a Contract for the provision of design, print and distribution of SB Connect for a period of two years with an optional one year extension which will be undertaken at the sole discretion of the Council.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000551852
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT333276
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

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


CPV Codes

22210000 - Newspapers

79421200 - Project-design services other than for construction work

79822500 - Graphic design services

79823000 - Printing and delivery services

79824000 - Printing and distribution services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£103,630 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Oct 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Oct 20187 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
2020 years or 2021 years if extension is take up.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Anna Penman
Contact Email
procurement@scotborders.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1835824000

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWTOWN ST BOSWELLS
Postcode
TD6 0SA
Post Town
Galashiels
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM91 Scottish Borders
Delivery Location
TLM91 Scottish Borders

Local Authority
Scottish Borders
Electoral Ward
Selkirkshire
Westminster Constituency
Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONNECT PUBLICATIONS (SCOTLAND

Further Information

Notice Documents

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