This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

04 Feb 2026 at 00:00

TenderUpdate

29 Apr 2025 at 01:00

Tender

01 Apr 2025 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has conducted an open procurement process titled "PURCH2146 Provision of a Framework for Print Room Consumables," encompassing the supply and delivery of various print materials to its Glasgow campus. The framework covers four lots, including Roll Material Large Format, Paper Small Format, Various products, and Mounting Material Large Format. The open tender process has progressed to the award stage, with contracts signed on 21st January 2026. The procurement belongs to the goods category with a main classification under CPV code 22000000. This opportunity arose from a tender initiated on 1st April 2025, with the procurement method being an open procedure, which emphasized a blend of quality and price as award criteria.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, especially those specialising in print materials supply and distribution. SMEs like Papergraphics, Ashgrove Trading, Clyde Paper and Print, and Elliott Baxter & Company Ltd have successfully participated, indicating that smaller companies with capabilities in producing high-quality print consumables have substantial prospects. The framework offers a structured and potentially long-term partnership with the University of Glasgow, contributing to business growth through guaranteed demand across the contract period and potential renewals. This tender supports not only direct supply opportunities but also the fostering of subcontracting relationships, promoting diversity and capacity-building within the supply chain.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PURCH2146 Provision of a Framework for Print Room Consumables

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2146 Provision of a Framework for Print Room Consumables

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Roll Material Large Format

Award of PURCH2146 Provision of a Framework for Print Room Consumables Lot 1 - Roll Material Large Format

Renewal: Fixed term period of 3 years with 12 months extension period.

Lot 2 - Paper Small Format

Award of PURCH2146 Provision of a Framework for Print Room Consumables Lot 2 - Paper Small Format

Renewal: Fixed term period of 3 years with 12 months extension period.

Lot 3 - Various

Award of PURCH2146 Provision of a Framework for Print Room Consumables Lot 3 - Various

Renewal: Fixed term period of 3 years with 12 months extension period.

Lot 4 - Mounting Material Large format

Award of PURCH2146 Provision of a Framework for Print Room Consumables Lot 4 - Mounting Material Large format

Renewal: Fixed term period of 3 years with 12 months extension period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000794872
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548814
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
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products


CPV Codes

22000000 - Printed matter and related products

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Glasgow
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

Antalis

Ashgrove Trading

Clyde Paper and Print

Elliott Baxter & Company Ltd

Papergraphics

Further Information

Notice Documents

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