{ "tag": [ "compiled" ], "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-0501ce-2025-09-30T15:51:24+01:00", "date": "2025-09-30T15:51:24+01:00", "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-0501ce", "initiationType": "tender", "parties": [ { "id": "GB-PPON-PTVL-7854-TMRZ", "name": "Carmarthenshire County Council", "identifier": { "scheme": "GB-PPON", "id": "PTVL-7854-TMRZ" }, "address": { "streetAddress": "County Hall", "locality": "Carmarthen", "postalCode": "SA31 1JP", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom", "region": "UKL14" }, "contactPoint": { "email": "HaLDavies@carmarthenshire.gov.uk", "name": "Hayley Davies" }, "roles": [ "buyer" ], "details": { "url": "https://www.carmarthenshire.gov.uk", "classifications": [ { "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE", "id": "publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment", "description": "Public authority - sub-central government" }, { "scheme": "UK_CA_DEVOLVED_REGULATIONS", "id": "GB-WLS", "description": "Welsh devolved regulations apply" } ] } } ], "buyer": { "id": "GB-PPON-PTVL-7854-TMRZ", "name": "Carmarthenshire County Council" }, "planning": { "milestones": [ { "id": "engagement", "type": "engagement", "description": "Carmarthenshire County Council are shortly due to tender an opportunity for the provision of Print and Signage Services across Carmarthenshire. To promote the opportunities available to providers, the Council is holding a market briefing session, which will be held at The Beacon Centre of Enterprise, Llanelli, SA14 8LQ on Thursday 5th June 2025 between 10:30 and 12:30. The briefing session will provide an overview of the service specification and tender process. The Council will also offer online briefing sessions on the 9th and 10th June, please email for further information. The tender is expected to be live at the end of July 2025. Business Wales will also be in attendance to explain the tendering advice and support they offer tenderers. To register interested parties need to send an email to: MarketingandMedia@carmarthenshire.gov.uk Yn fuan, bydd Cyngor Sir Gaerfyrddin yn tendro am y cyfle i ddarparu Gwasanaeth Argraffu ag Arwyddion ar draws Sir Gaerfyrddin. Er mwyn hybu'r cyfleoedd sydd ar gael i ddarparwyr, Mae'r Cyngor yn cynnal sesiwn briffio i'r farchnad a fydd yn cael ei gynnal yn y Canolfan Fenter y Beacon, Llanelli, SA14 8LQ ar ddydd Iau 5ed o Fehefin 2025 rhwng 10:30 a 12:30. Bydd y seswin briffio yn darparu trosolwg o fanyleb y gwasanaeth a'r broses tendro. Bydd y Cyngor hefyd yn cynnig sesiynau briffio ar-lein ar 9 a 10 o Mehefin, anfonwch e-bost i gael rhagor o wybodaeth. Disgwylir i'r tendr gael ei gyhoeddi erbyn diwedd mis Gorffennaf 2025. Bydd Busnes Cymru hefyd yn bresenol er mwyn egluro'r cyngor a'r cefnogaeth yr ydynt yn cynnig i'r rhai sydd yn tendro. I gofrestru, rhaid i'r partion sydd a diddordeb, gysylltu ar ebost i: MarketingandMedia@carmarthenshire.gov.uk", "dueDate": "2025-07-31T23:59:59+01:00", "status": "scheduled" } ], "documents": [ { "id": "014723-2025", "documentType": "marketEngagementNotice", "noticeType": "UK2", "description": "Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender", "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014723-2025", "datePublished": "2025-04-11T15:27:58+01:00", "format": "text/html" }, { "id": "050891-2025", "documentType": "plannedProcurementNotice", "noticeType": "UK3", "description": "Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender", "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050891-2025", "datePublished": "2025-08-22T13:40:49+01:00", "format": "text/html" } ] }, "tender": { "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-0501ce", "legalBasis": { "id": "2023/54", "scheme": "UKPGA", "uri": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents" }, "title": "Print and Signage Framework 2026", "description": "The Council wishes to commission Supplier(s) on a framework basis, to supply Print and Promotional Signage Materials and Services. The Open Framework will operate for a maximum term of eight (8) years from the Commencement Date. Following the reopening of the Framework in the third year, the Council reserves the right, at its discretion, to reopen the Framework to admit new suppliers for the remainder of the original eight-year term. Such reopening may occur in circumstances such as when existing suppliers leave the Framework, are unable to meet requirements, responding to market changes or innovations, and encouraging SME participation, or where reopening is deemed necessary to maintain competition and value for money. Any reopening constitutes a renewal of participation for the remaining duration of the original term and does not extend or reset the eight-year limit (in accordance with section 49(2)(c) of the Act). This tender notice is for the award of a public contract through a competitive flexible procedure in accordance with section 20(1) and (2)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Please note, a nominal estimated Lot value has been stated to allow this notice to be published. Tenderers will be given the opportunity to tender for 6 separate lots, as follows: Lot 1 Digital & Litho Print Lot 2 Printed Envelopes Lot 3 Promotional Items Lot 4 NCR Sets Lot 5 Vehicle Graphics Lot 6 Large Format & Signage Tenderers may submit for one, several or all Lots. Tenderers must ensure that they have the capacity to deliver should they be selected for more than one Lot. The number of suppliers to be appointed to each Lot within this Framework agreement will be limited to a maximum of 8 suppliers per Lot.", "items": [ { "id": "1", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "79800000", "description": "Printing and related services" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "22000000", "description": "Printed matter and related products" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKL14", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKL14", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKL14", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "1" }, { "id": "2", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "30199700", "description": "Printed stationery except forms" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "30199710", "description": "Printed envelopes" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "30199711", "description": "Printed window envelopes" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "30199712", "description": "Printed non-window envelopes" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "30199713", "description": "Printed X-ray envelopes" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKL14", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKL14", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "2" }, { "id": "3", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "18530000", "description": "Presents and rewards" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "39294000", "description": "Apparatus and equipment designed for demonstrational purposes" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "22462000", "description": "Advertising material" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "22000000", "description": "Printed matter and related products" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "79342200", "description": "Promotional services" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "18222000", "description": "Corporate clothing" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKL14", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKL14", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "3" }, { "id": "4", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "22000000", "description": "Printed matter and related products" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "79810000", "description": "Printing services" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "79823000", "description": "Printing and delivery services" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKL14", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKL14", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "4" }, { "id": "5", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "79821000", "description": "Print finishing services" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "22000000", "description": "Printed matter and related products" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "34000000", "description": "Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "24500000", "description": "Plastics in primary forms" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKL14", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKL14", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "5" }, { "id": "6", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "34928470", "description": "Signage" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "22900000", "description": "Miscellaneous printed matter" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "22000000", "description": "Printed matter and related products" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "39154000", "description": "Exhibition equipment" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "31523200", "description": "Permanent message signs" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "31523000", "description": "Illuminated signs and nameplates" } ], "deliveryAddresses": [ { "region": "UKL14", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" }, { "region": "UKL14", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom" } ], "relatedLot": "6" } ], "value": { "amountGross": 1920000, "amount": 1600000, "currency": "GBP" }, "mainProcurementCategory": "goods", "aboveThreshold": true, "techniques": { "hasFrameworkAgreement": true, "frameworkAgreement": { "isOpenFrameworkScheme": true, "maximumParticipants": 8, "method": "withAndWithoutReopeningCompetition", "type": "closed", "description": "The framework will be managed and operated by the Marketing and Media Section. Further information is available in the tender pack.", "openFrameworkSchemeEndDate": "2034-04-06T23:59:59+01:00" } }, "lots": [ { "id": "1", "suitability": { "sme": true }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-07T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2029-04-06T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2034-04-05T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "status": "active", "title": "Digital and Litho Print", "description": "Lot 1 to include provision of Business Cards / Flyers / Certificates, Posters / Letterheads /Compliment Slips / Leaflets / Booklets - includes folding and bespoke sizes", "secondStage": { "minimumCandidates": 2, "maximumCandidates": 8 }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "Will be stated within the tender documentation" }, { "type": "technical", "description": "Will be stated within the tender documentation" } ] }, "hasOptions": true, "options": { "description": "The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. Lots can be combined" }, "value": { "amountGross": 1, "amount": 1, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "price", "name": "Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 40, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "renewal": { "description": "The Open Framework will operate for a maximum term of eight (8) years from the Commencement Date. Following the reopening of the Framework in the third year, the Council reserves the right, at its discretion, to reopen the Framework to admit new suppliers for the remainder of the original eight-year term. Such reopening may occur in circumstances such as when existing suppliers leave the Framework, are unable to meet requirements, responding to market changes or innovations, and encouraging SME participation, or where reopening is deemed necessary to maintain competition and value for money. Any reopening constitutes a renewal of participation for the remaining duration of the original term and does not extend or reset the eight-year limit (in accordance with section 49(2)(c) of the Act)." } }, { "id": "2", "title": "Printed Envelopes", "description": "Lot 2 includes the provision of printed envelopes C5 / C4 / DL Size, with printed Insignia and return address", "status": "active", "secondStage": { "minimumCandidates": 2, "maximumCandidates": 8 }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "Will be stated within the tender documentation" }, { "type": "technical", "description": "Will be stated within the tender documentation" } ] }, "suitability": { "sme": true }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-07T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2029-04-06T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2034-04-05T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasOptions": true, "options": { "description": "The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. Lots can be combined" }, "value": { "amountGross": 1, "amount": 1, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "price", "name": "Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 40, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "The Open Framework will operate for a maximum term of eight (8) years from the Commencement Date. Following the reopening of the Framework in the third year, the Council reserves the right, at its discretion, to reopen the Framework to admit new suppliers for the remainder of the original eight-year term. Such reopening may occur in circumstances such as when existing suppliers leave the Framework, are unable to meet requirements, responding to market changes or innovations, and encouraging SME participation, or where reopening is deemed necessary to maintain competition and value for money. Any reopening constitutes a renewal of participation for the remaining duration of the original term and does not extend or reset the eight-year limit (in accordance with section 49(2)(c) of the Act)." } }, { "id": "3", "title": "Promotional items", "description": "This Lot includes Pens / Mugs / Lanyards / Umbrellas", "status": "active", "secondStage": { "minimumCandidates": 2, "maximumCandidates": 8 }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "Will be stated within the tender documentation" }, { "type": "technical", "description": "Will be stated within the tender documentation" } ] }, "suitability": { "sme": true }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-07T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2029-04-06T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2034-04-05T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasOptions": true, "options": { "description": "The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. Lots can be combined" }, "value": { "amountGross": 1, "amount": 1, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "price", "name": "Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 40, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "The Open Framework will operate for a maximum term of eight (8) years from the Commencement Date. Following the reopening of the Framework in the third year, the Council reserves the right, at its discretion, to reopen the Framework to admit new suppliers for the remainder of the original eight-year term. Such reopening may occur in circumstances such as when existing suppliers leave the Framework, are unable to meet requirements, responding to market changes or innovations, and encouraging SME participation, or where reopening is deemed necessary to maintain competition and value for money. Any reopening constitutes a renewal of participation for the remaining duration of the original term and does not extend or reset the eight-year limit (in accordance with section 49(2)(c) of the Act)." } }, { "id": "4", "title": "NCR Sets", "description": "This lot includes NCR sets with variable data, sequential numbering and perforation options", "status": "active", "secondStage": { "minimumCandidates": 2, "maximumCandidates": 8 }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "Will be stated within the tender documentation" }, { "type": "technical", "description": "Will be stated within the tender documentation" } ] }, "suitability": { "sme": true }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-07T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2029-04-06T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2034-04-05T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasOptions": true, "options": { "description": "The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. Lots can be combined" }, "value": { "amountGross": 1, "amount": 1, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "price", "name": "Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 40, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "The Open Framework will operate for a maximum term of eight (8) years from the Commencement Date. Following the reopening of the Framework in the third year, the Council reserves the right, at its discretion, to reopen the Framework to admit new suppliers for the remainder of the original eight-year term. Such reopening may occur in circumstances such as when existing suppliers leave the Framework, are unable to meet requirements, responding to market changes or innovations, and encouraging SME participation, or where reopening is deemed necessary to maintain competition and value for money. Any reopening constitutes a renewal of participation for the remaining duration of the original term and does not extend or reset the eight-year limit (in accordance with section 49(2)(c) of the Act)." } }, { "id": "5", "title": "Vehicle Graphics", "description": "This lot is for vehicle graphics including basic cut vinyl lettering / printed logos / partial wraps / full vehicle wraps", "status": "active", "secondStage": { "minimumCandidates": 2, "maximumCandidates": 8 }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "Will be stated within the tender documentation" }, { "type": "technical", "description": "Will be stated within the tender documentation" } ] }, "suitability": { "sme": true }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-07T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2029-04-06T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2034-04-05T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasOptions": true, "options": { "description": "The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. Lots can be combined" }, "value": { "amountGross": 1, "amount": 1, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "price", "name": "Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 40, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "The Open Framework will operate for a maximum term of eight (8) years from the Commencement Date. Following the reopening of the Framework in the third year, the Council reserves the right, at its discretion, to reopen the Framework to admit new suppliers for the remainder of the original eight-year term. Such reopening may occur in circumstances such as when existing suppliers leave the Framework, are unable to meet requirements, responding to market changes or innovations, and encouraging SME participation, or where reopening is deemed necessary to maintain competition and value for money. Any reopening constitutes a renewal of participation for the remaining duration of the original term and does not extend or reset the eight-year limit (in accordance with section 49(2)(c) of the Act)." } }, { "id": "6", "title": "Large Format and Signage", "description": "This lot includes Large Format & Signage, banners / exhibition displays / vinyl graphics /internal and external sign panels / post mounted signs / sign trays / built up Letters", "status": "active", "secondStage": { "minimumCandidates": 2, "maximumCandidates": 8 }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "Will be stated within the tender documentation" }, { "type": "technical", "description": "Will be stated within the tender documentation" } ] }, "suitability": { "sme": true }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2026-04-07T00:00:00+01:00", "endDate": "2029-04-06T23:59:59+01:00", "maxExtentDate": "2034-04-05T23:59:59+01:00" }, "hasOptions": true, "options": { "description": "The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid. Lots can be combined" }, "value": { "amountGross": 1, "amount": 1, "currency": "GBP" }, "awardCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "price", "name": "Price", "numbers": [ { "number": 60, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] }, { "type": "quality", "name": "Quality", "numbers": [ { "number": 40, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "The Open Framework will operate for a maximum term of eight (8) years from the Commencement Date. Following the reopening of the Framework in the third year, the Council reserves the right, at its discretion, to reopen the Framework to admit new suppliers for the remainder of the original eight-year term. Such reopening may occur in circumstances such as when existing suppliers leave the Framework, are unable to meet requirements, responding to market changes or innovations, and encouraging SME participation, or where reopening is deemed necessary to maintain competition and value for money. Any reopening constitutes a renewal of participation for the remaining duration of the original term and does not extend or reset the eight-year limit (in accordance with section 49(2)(c) of the Act)." } } ], "communication": { "futureNoticeDate": "2025-09-19T23:59:59+01:00" }, "status": "active", "procurementMethod": "selective", "procurementMethodDetails": "Competitive flexible procedure", "procedure": { "features": "The competitive flexible procedure will be conducted in two stages. The assessment of responses at the invitation to participate - Stage 1 will determine which suppliers meet the conditions of participation. All suppliers who satisfy these criteria will be invited to submit a Tender in Stage 2. There is no limit on the number of suppliers who may progress, provided they meet the minimum standards set out in the qualification requirements. Further details are available within the tender pack." }, "coveredBy": [ "GPA" ], "submissionMethodDetails": "To assist you in locating these opportunities on the BRAVO E Procurement System the project code is: project_58768. As this is a competitive flexible procedure, Tenderers must ensure that all PQQ questions are fully responded to. Please also ensure you check the Attachments area for any documents/ information which may assist you with your submission or you are required to upload as part of your submission as per information contained within the tender pack. Suppliers Instructions How to express interest in this Tender: 1. Register your company on the etenderwales portal (this is only required once) - Browse to the eSourcing Portal: www.etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk - Click the \"Suppliers register here\" link - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose and click \"Save\" when complete - You will shortly receive an email with your unique password (please keep this secure) - Agree to the terms and conditions and click \"continue\" 2. Express an Interest in the Project - Login to the portal with the username/password - Click the \"ITTs Open to All Suppliers\" link. (These are Invitation to Tender Documents open to any registered supplier) - Click on the relevant PQQ or ITT to access the content. - Click the \"Express Interest\" button at the top of the screen - This will move the ITT into your \"My ITTs\" page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) - Click on the ITT code, you can now access any attachments by clicking the ''Buyer Attachments\" on the left hand side of the screen 3. Responding to the tender - At the top of the screen you can choose to Create Response or Decline to Respond (please give a reason if declining) - You can now use the Messages function on to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the ITT/PQQ - There may be a mixture of online & offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available) If you require any further assistance use the online help, or the eTendering help desk is available Mon - Fri (8am - 6pm) on: - email: help@bravosolution.co.uk - Phone: 0800 069 8634. Tenders or Requests to Participate must be sent to: Official name: www.etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk Postal Address: Carmarthenshire County Council will be conducting this procurement exercise through the Value Wales e-Tendering portal. This can be found at www.etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk, all information may be downloaded and returned through this channel. Business Wales are available to provide tendering support and will be offering a live webinar on Friday 10th October 2025. Further details of the types of support available from Business Wales can be found on https://businesswales.gov.wales/topics-and-guidance/tendering-and-supply-chain.", "submissionTerms": { "electronicSubmissionPolicy": "allowed", "languages": [ "en", "cy" ] }, "expressionOfInterestDeadline": "2025-11-03T00:00:00+00:00", "awardPeriod": { "endDate": "2026-03-13T23:59:59+00:00" }, "lotDetails": { "awardCriteriaDetails": "This Framework consists of 6 lots. Tenders may be submitted for one, several or all Lots. Tenderers must ensure that they have the capacity to deliver should they select and be awarded more than one Lot." }, "hasRecurrence": true, "recurrence": { "dates": [ { "startDate": "2026-03-24T23:59:59+00:00" } ] }, "contractTerms": { "financialTerms": "Will be stated in the tender documentation" }, "enquiryPeriod": { "endDate": "2025-10-28T00:00:00+00:00" }, "documents": [ { "id": "future", "documentType": "biddingDocuments", "accessDetails": "Final ITT documents will be provided at the launch of Stage 2. 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