--- title: "External Print Providers - Prior Information Notice" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-29f8ff8c-091f-46f9-aab6-f484137980cc" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-29f8ff8c-091f-46f9-aab6-f484137980cc" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-29f8ff8c-091f-46f9-aab6-f484137980cc.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-29f8ff8c-091f-46f9-aab6-f484137980cc.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER" published: "2018-02-01" --- # External Print Providers - Prior Information Notice Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-29f8ff8c-091f-46f9-aab6-f484137980cc [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-29f8ff8c-091f-46f9-aab6-f484137980cc) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-29f8ff8c-091f-46f9-aab6-f484137980cc.json) ## Summary The University of Manchester is conducting a procurement process for external print providers, as indicated in the "External Print Providers - Prior Information Notice". This tender falls under the category of miscellaneous printed matter and is based in Manchester, United Kingdom. The current procurement stage is in the planning phase, with the tender period closing on 23rd February 2018. The total contract value is estimated at £15 million, with a minimum value of £2.5 million. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st September 2018 and will run until 31st August 2024. This tender follows an open procurement method and aims to renew the framework agreement for various printing requirements. This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in print services, particularly in areas such as high-volume printing, booklet production, and direct mail services. Companies that can provide a comprehensive range of print solutions, including fulfilment services, will find an advantageous position in competing for this contract. Firms with the capacity to manage diverse printing needs under a 'one-stop shop' model, while excluding design services, will be well-suited to pursue this opportunity with the University of Manchester. ## Notice The University plans to undertake a procurement exercise in early 2018 for the renewal of the framework agreement for external print providers. Traditionally the University has divided the contract into categories which are; * Category 1 - Small requirements, eg single or two-colour leaflets, four-colour short runs etc; * Category 2 - Medium requirements, eg full-colour medium run booklets/brochures etc; * Category 3 - High-volume work, eg four-colour long runs, four-colour magazine (ie Alumni Magazine) and four-colour prospectus. There are currently 18 suppliers with some being awarded against all categories and other specialising in single categories. We currently don't cover print/fulfilment, direct mail or books under contract but would be looking to incorporate these into the new contract for a 'one stop shop' provision. We are excluding design/creative services merchandising/promotional goods within this RFI. We are currently exploring other potential routes to market and in particular a managed service. The aim of this questionnaire is to better understand the benefits and risks associated with such a provision. Additional information: To express an interest in this project please visit the website below where you will need to register to obtain tender documentation. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5789dbd2-0d37-4879-88d3-f17f02c0678b | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Feb 2018 | | Submission deadline | 23 Feb 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2018 - 31 Aug 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £15,000,000 | | 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M13 9PL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Hulme | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 22 - Printed matter and related products - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages ### Codes - 22900000 - Miscellaneous printed matter - 30199700 - Printed stationery except forms ## Release History - 1 Feb 2018 at 13:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5789dbd2-0d37-4879-88d3-f17f02c0678b - 1 Feb 2018 at 13:39 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5789dbd2-0d37-4879-88d3-f17f02c0678b - 1 Feb 2018 at 13:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5789dbd2-0d37-4879-88d3-f17f02c0678b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5789dbd2-0d37-4879-88d3-f17f02c0678b 1st February 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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