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# 371 Design Services Framework

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0c7a958e-1ff2-40af-9851-aa05799e8618

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## Summary

The public procurement process, titled "371 Design Services Framework," is conducted by Aston University, located in Birmingham, England. This process falls under the industry category of research and development services, specifically related to design and consultancy services. The procurement method is a selective procedure, with the contract awarded to successful bidders on 27 September 2018, following a tender period that ended on 27 July 2018. The total value of the contract is £800,000, and the contract period spans from 1 October 2018 to 30 September 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the design and consultancy sectors, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in design support services, graphic design, and related consultancy. Companies that can provide high-quality design solutions and have the ability to manage client relationships effectively would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this framework not only enables firms to expand their service offerings but also facilitates valuable partnerships with a leading educational institution aiming to enhance its design capabilities.

## Notice

The University has an in-house marketing and communications team which includes two designers to cover all design elements; however insufficient resource and capability to cover all the demand across the University.Therefore we require a roster of Design Agencies who we can support, add value, and drive the University's design requirements further in line with our proposed vision. By carrying out such exercise opens up an opportunity for the University to understand the market, its availability and strategic competencies to deliver innovation on the contract. The core requirements in terms of service requirements are now understood from the previous contract alongside what the University expect from the suppliers will help mitigate the risk of poor and inconsistent delivery. Procurement Objectives * Reduce non-contracted spend outside of the framework * Improve efficiency and economies of scale. * Provide a seamless process for end users. * Improve on the current SLA in terms of response to quotes and deadlines. * Improve quality management of end publications; this shall be achieved by having a comprehensive defined scope of requirements and understanding each providers strengths. Customer Objectives Design * Support our mission to be the UK's leading university for students aspiring to succeed in business and the professions, where original research, enterprise and inspiring teaching deliver local and global impact * Create and deliver design solutions to a high quality and on time * Provide excellence in customer service and enhance the staff design experience * Ensure ease of use for end users, better relationship management between printers and designers and,provide advice to the client where necessary * Liaising with appointed printers at no extra cost * Keep clients updated on new products and services to improve production and delivery * Give clear guidance on the appropriate use of all design services * Ensure our brand guidelines are adhered to * Delivering concepts, ideas and content for integrated campaigns * Supporting the in-house graphic designers when required * Supplying copy-writing services and proofing services if required

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c3e5d8b-f7ef-48a4-9fd9-e39afbad6063 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Sep 2018 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2018 - 30 Sep 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £800,000 |
| 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 | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | DIGITRRONIX; MORTON WARD; ROOM FOR DESIGN; VOICEBOXX; WHISTLEJACKET LONDON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79415200 - Design consultancy services
- 79822500 - Graphic design services
- 79933000 - Design support services

## Release History

- 24 Jan 2019 at 12:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c3e5d8b-f7ef-48a4-9fd9-e39afbad6063

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c3e5d8b-f7ef-48a4-9fd9-e39afbad6063
  24th January 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=d06f86ef-2b55-e811-80eb-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aston.ac.uk

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