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title: "(NU/1589-43) Printing and Delivery of Undergraduate Guide 2023"
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# (NU/1589-43) Printing and Delivery of Undergraduate Guide 2023

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-23b1344e-42da-4798-b7fc-91f60c2e37c0

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## Summary

The procurement process facilitated by Newcastle University is for the contract titled "(NU/1589-43) Printing and Delivery of Undergraduate Guide 2023" within the advertising and marketing services industry. This contract is currently at the Award stage, having been awarded to Sterling, with contract dates spanning from 6 December 2021 to 28 February 2022. The total contract value is £25,000, and the first copies of the printed guide are required by 18 February 2022. The tender period officially ended on 10 November 2021, and delivery will occur to locations in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in printing and delivery services, particularly those that can manage large print runs and adhere to specific quality requirements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in producing high-quality printed materials will find this contract particularly suitable, as Newcastle University actively seeks suppliers that can accommodate changes in design specifications and manage logistical challenges during the production process.

## Notice

Newcastle University is looking to appoint a sole supplier who will be directly responsible for printing and delivering the University's Undergraduate Guide (UGG) 2023 Entry. The University reserves the right to amend details of print quantity, page size or number of pages in response to changes in design specification during the production process and in response to unforeseen circumstances. By agreeing to this specification you confirm that you have the capacity and capability to print and deliver Newcastle University's Undergraduate Guide 2023 Entry, within the specified schedule, based on the specified details below. Print specification * Quantity: Please quote for production of: - 30,000 copies; - 35,000 copies; - 40,000 copies * Finished size: 230mm x 210mm * Extent: 4-page cover + 48-page inset * Cover: Revive 100% Recycled White Offset 250gsm, printed 4 process colours both sides, bleeding off all edges * Inset: Revive 100% Recycled White Offset 140gsm, printed 4 process colours throughout * Finishing: folded, gathered and perfect bound, covers glued and drawn on, cut flush * Packaging: in boxes, not bulk packed on pallets. The maximum weight of a box of Guides should be 10.5 kilos. Confirmation of numbers per box as early as possible in process. * Delivery: first copies available by 18 February 2022

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3f1b7b5-f801-4fed-ad8c-c6b696485895 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | 6 Dec 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £18,257 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STERLING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

## Release History

- 8 Dec 2021 at 10:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3f1b7b5-f801-4fed-ad8c-c6b696485895

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3f1b7b5-f801-4fed-ad8c-c6b696485895
  8th December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ncl.ac.uk

## Provenance

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