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title: "DE-Bielefeld: British Forces Germany Legacy Book Publication"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-38c88b88-f4aa-4c3f-a141-252dcf3960bb"
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# DE-Bielefeld: British Forces Germany Legacy Book Publication

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, OTHER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-38c88b88-f4aa-4c3f-a141-252dcf3960bb

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is currently seeking proposals for the publication of an illustrated 'coffee table' book titled "British Forces Germany Legacy Book Publication". This procurement, categorised under publishing services, is taking place in Bielefeld, England. The tender process is in the active stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 28 April 2017. The total contract value is approximately £113,000, starting on 12 May 2017 and concluding on 30 September 2019. Interested suppliers should refer to the open procedure outlined in the Invitation to Tender (ITT) documentation to access necessary details.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in publishing and related services, particularly those able to engage with historical content and illustrated works. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find themselves well-positioned to compete, given the emphasis on obtaining a single supplier for this contract. Those with experience in producing high-quality publications and an understanding of military history or legacy projects are especially encouraged to submit their proposals.

## Notice

NOTE: This notice was updated on 24 March 2017 for the following reason: Information added to Section 12.British Forces Germany have a requirement for the authorship and publication of an illustrated 'coffee table' book about the history of British Forces in Germany, covering the period from the end of the Second World War up to the expected departure from Germany in 2019. The requirement is for a single supplier to engage a suitable author to write the book, then to publish it. This requirement is being advertised as an 'Open Procedure' and therefore not seeking expressions of interest. If your organisation is interested in tendering for the requirement you will need to gain access to the 'Supporting Documentation' which contains the Invitation to Tender (ITT) under access code HH5J3WQ5VZ. Full details of how to apply and complete the ITT are contained within the ITT documentation. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'DE-Bielefeld: British Forces Germany Legacy Book Publication'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c7f1af9-e8dd-436f-a37f-112c65694e67 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Mar 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Apr 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 11 May 2017 - 30 Sep 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £113,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, OTHER |
| Locality | BIELEFELD |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | BF1 0AP |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79970000 - Publishing services

## Release History

- 24 Mar 2017 at 11:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c7f1af9-e8dd-436f-a37f-112c65694e67

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c7f1af9-e8dd-436f-a37f-112c65694e67
  3rd April 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier

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