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# Framework for the Provision of Printing & Mailing Services

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-02e5fe2b-5340-4b9c-bb04-30810858bdca

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## Summary

Durham County Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the provision of Printing & Mailing Services through an open procedure. The awarded framework aims to support the Council's internal Design & Print Services and Mailing Teams, which lack sufficient capacity to fulfil their printing and mailing needs. The process culminated with the selection of four suppliers, who will provide services within the North East region of the United Kingdom from 1st October 2024 to 30th September 2028. The total estimated contract value is £400,000, and the procurement falls under the industry category of Printing and related services (CPV 79800000).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the printing and mailing industry, particularly those experienced in large-scale service provision. By securing a place on this framework, companies can expect a steady stream of work over the four-year contract period, contributing to potential business growth and sector influence. The framework is particularly suited for SMEs and VCSEs, offering an inclusive growth opportunity within the public sector. The awarded companies, including POTTS PRINT (UK) LIMITED, HARLOW PRINTING LIMITED, STATEX PRESS (NORTHERN) LIMITED, and Inc Dot Business Print Solutions, demonstrate the competitive nature of this tender, highlighting the high standards required to win such contracts.

## Notice

This Framework is for the Provision of Printing and Mailing Services on behalf of the Council's internal Design & Print Services and Mailing Teams. Due to internal capacity, the Printing and Mailing capabilities of both the Council's Design & Print and Mailing Teams are limited and therefore, the Council intend to establish a Framework of a maximum of four (4) Suppliers to fulfil this requirement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7dfb0025-b489-47b3-971c-8667072d167e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £400,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | HARLOW PRINTING; INC DOT BUSINESS PRINT SOLUTIONS; POTTS PRINT (UK; STATEX PRESS (NORTHERN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79800000 - Printing and related services

## Release History

- 11 Oct 2024 at 15:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7dfb0025-b489-47b3-971c-8667072d167e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7dfb0025-b489-47b3-971c-8667072d167e
  11th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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