--- title: "000829 Print Management Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3842d0a0-7a9d-4b2c-adb0-f099230bc0f8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3842d0a0-7a9d-4b2c-adb0-f099230bc0f8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3842d0a0-7a9d-4b2c-adb0-f099230bc0f8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3842d0a0-7a9d-4b2c-adb0-f099230bc0f8.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE BRITISH LIBRARY" published: "2018-07-27" --- # 000829 Print Management Services Buyer: THE BRITISH LIBRARY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3842d0a0-7a9d-4b2c-adb0-f099230bc0f8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3842d0a0-7a9d-4b2c-adb0-f099230bc0f8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3842d0a0-7a9d-4b2c-adb0-f099230bc0f8.json) ## Summary The British Library is currently seeking a printing company through a selective tender process titled "000829 Print Management Services." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on printing and delivery services, with a total estimated value of £600,000. The tender period is set to end on 28th August 2018, and the contract, if awarded, will commence on 1st January 2019 and last until 31st December 2019. The primary requirement involves managing all print operations, including production, storage, and distribution of a diverse range of printed materials, which will be delivered to various locations, including addresses across the UK and beyond. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in print management, delivery services, and related logistics. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, especially those capable of handling large print volumes and providing comprehensive solutions that encompass estimation, procurement, and delivery. Companies with experience in managing diverse print requirements for institutions or organisations will find this project particularly applicable for growth and expansion within the public sector. ## Notice The purpose of this tender is to secure a single print company to manage all print requirements from receipt of files to delivery, storage and distribution, including a direct mail service. The British Library is seeking a printing company to manage its print production, storage, distribution and management information requirements of a wide range of printed materials, ranging from our Annual Report and Accounts to exhibition leaflets, What's On booklets and stationery - quantities ranging from 100 to 100,000. The successful printing company will be required to bring to the British Library a full service that covers all aspects of the print production process including estimation, paper procurement, printing (both litho and digital), storage, distribution (direct mail) and delivery. Additional information: Suppliers Instructions How to Express Interest in this Tender~: 1. Register your company on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once): https://bl.bravosolution.co.uk and click the link to register - Accept the terms and conditions and click 'I agree' - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose and click 'Save' when complete - You will shortly receive an email with your unique password (please keep this secure) 2. Express an Interest in the tender - Login to the portal with the username/password - Click the 'PQQs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These are Pre-Qualification Questionnaires or Invitations to Tender open to any registered supplier) - Click on the relevant PQQ to access the content. - Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. - This will move the PQQ into your 'My PQQs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) -You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ Details' box 3. Responding to the tender - Click 'My Response' under 'PQQ Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining) - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the PQQ - There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available) You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the eTendering help desk. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01723867-ce0a-49e3-b6e7-0558328d8522 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Jul 2018 | | Submission deadline | 28 Aug 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £600,000 | | 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 BRITISH LIBRARY | | Locality | WETHERBY | | Post town | Leeds | | Postcode | LS23 7BQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds | | Local authority | Leeds | | Electoral ward | Wetherby | | Westminster constituency | Wetherby and Easingwold | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79823000 - Printing and delivery services - 79824000 - Printing and distribution services ## Release History - 27 Jul 2018 at 13:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01723867-ce0a-49e3-b6e7-0558328d8522 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01723867-ce0a-49e3-b6e7-0558328d8522 27th July 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://bl.bravosolution.co.uk Bravo Solutions eTendering Service ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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