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title: "Lancaster University External Print Framework - AWARD"
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# Lancaster University External Print Framework - AWARD

Buyer: LANCASTER UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-33025a9c-4841-4d99-b4b8-a08719264050

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## Summary

Lancaster University has awarded a contract for an External Print Framework, engaging several suppliers to support its internal Print Room (Creative Studio). The procurement process, classified under printing, digital printing, printed matter, and print finishing services, follows a restricted procedure. The framework, valued at up to £1,000,000, is set to commence on April 1, 2025, and will run until March 31, 2030. Key dates included the tender period ending on November 7, 2024, and the award announcement on February 5, 2025. The contract is located in Lancaster, North West UK, with the postal code LA1 4YW.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in print and finishing services, particularly those capable of providing in-house printing and outsourcing specialist services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate in this framework, which anticipates an annual spend of approximately £200,000, although this is not guaranteed. The suppliers awarded in the framework include Belmont Press Limited, Envision Media, MTP Media (2008) Ltd, Potts Print (UK) Ltd, Signs Express Lancaster, and Sterling Press Ltd, indicating diverse opportunities for businesses with expertise in various printing and finishing disciplines.

## Notice

Lancaster University is out to tender for an External Print Framework. This will predominantly be used by the internal Print Room (Creative Studio) to support the Team when they either don't have the capability or capacity to deliver a particular print job. It is the expectation that bidders will deliver in-house printing and finishing services, however, it is acceptable to outsource specialist finishing services. The Framework will have an initial term of 3 years with an extension of up to 2 years. Spend in this area is c. PS200k per annum, however, this is not a guaranteed level of spend and is split across the three lots.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3be909d3-646e-4f11-a98a-fdd7c4a190c6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | LANCASTER UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LANCASTER |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA1 4YW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre |
| Local authority | Lancaster |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 6 |
| Supplier names | BELMONT PRESS; ENVISION MEDIA; MTP MEDIA (2008; POTTS PRINT (UK; SIGNS EXPRESS LANCASTER; STERLING PRESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 22000000 - Printed matter and related products
- 22900000 - Miscellaneous printed matter
- 79810000 - Printing services
- 79811000 - Digital printing services
- 79821000 - Print finishing services

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2025 at 09:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3be909d3-646e-4f11-a98a-fdd7c4a190c6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3be909d3-646e-4f11-a98a-fdd7c4a190c6
  19th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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