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title: "Wirral Monthly Publication- Print"
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buyer: "WIRRAL BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2016-11-18"
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# Wirral Monthly Publication- Print

Buyer: WIRRAL BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-09ada947-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The Wirral Borough Council is seeking tenders for the "Wirral Monthly Publication - Print." This procurement process falls under the services category, specifically related to printing and related services. The tender was published on 16th August 2016, with the tender period ending on 16th September 2016. The contract is expected to commence on 1st October 2016 and will run until 30th September 2017. The expected value of this contract is £100,000, and the delivery of the publication will take place in the North West of the UK.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in printing services, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality monthly publications. It is well-suited to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can meet the requirement for high volumes and quick turnaround times, given that at least 175,000 copies are required monthly. Companies proficient in processing artwork within a 72-hour timeframe will find this tender aligns well with their capabilities, allowing them to expand their client base and enhance their operational portfolio.

## Notice

The Council is producing a new publication, the working title for which is 'Wirral Today'. This publication would be printed on newsprint style stock, in full colour, and be distributed across the borough on a monthly basis (12 editions per year). The minimum page count would be 28pp and the tender should be based on this price. Binding options should be suggested by the bidding organisation. The ability to alter the page count is needed as the Council reserves the right to increase the page count for an individual edition, or series of editions. The stock should be 52g uncoated newsprint stock, or similar, and be standard 'tabloid' size. A minimum of 175,000 copies will every month although the Council reserves the right to alter this number. A printers proof should be provided to the Council. Artwork would be supplied direct to the supplier with a required turnaround of not more than 72 hours for delivery of final product to addresses as determined by the related distribution contract for the publication. Tenderer to specify their preferred file format.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40db83d1-e981-4691-9941-ee197a9a3618 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Sep 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2016 - 30 Sep 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WIRRAL BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BIRKENHEAD |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH41 5AL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD74 Wirral |
| Local authority | Wirral |
| Electoral ward | Birkenhead and Tranmere |
| Westminster constituency | Birkenhead |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79800000 - Printing and related services

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40db83d1-e981-4691-9941-ee197a9a3618

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40db83d1-e981-4691-9941-ee197a9a3618
  16th August 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.wirral.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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