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title: "Framework Print Services and Command & House Papers. UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)"
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buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED"
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# Framework Print Services and Command & House Papers. UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-24477cc7-6bc5-423a-a294-c957d95c139c

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## Summary

The procurement process involves UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and relates to the Framework Print Services and Command & House Papers. This opportunity falls within the printed matter and related products industry, specifically a service category. The tender was awarded through a selective procurement method, as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the award date being 25 November 2020. The contract is set to commence on 24 December 2020 and will run until 23 December 2021, with a total contract value determined by annual spend.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in managed print and digital solutions, particularly those experienced in providing services under framework agreements. While the awarded contract has gone to Allied Publicity Services (Manchester) Limited, other firms, particularly larger service companies with capabilities in ink and paper production, print management, and digital documentation, may find competition viable for future contracts under similar frameworks. Engaging with UKRI may also enable these businesses to expand their client base and enhance service offerings.

## Notice

**This is not a call for competition, this is a direct award via CCS RM3785 for UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)** Provision of Managed Print and Digital Solutions as outlined under Crown Commercial Services Framework RM3785. The contract value will be reflected by the amount of spend being put through the contract on an annual basis.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e305189d-3d35-47b4-8f98-1377b00b854c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Nov 2020 |
| Contract period | 24 Dec 2020 - 23 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ALLIED PUBLICITY SERVICES (MANCHESTER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22000000 - Printed matter and related products

## Release History

- 25 Nov 2020 at 09:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e305189d-3d35-47b4-8f98-1377b00b854c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e305189d-3d35-47b4-8f98-1377b00b854c
  25th November 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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