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title: "367 Print Services Framework"
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# 367 Print Services Framework

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-47d2f0cc-a724-4e64-b1e4-c231dddeb065

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## Summary

Aston University is inviting tenders for the "367 Print Services Framework," aimed at providing a variety of print-related services across different lots. This procurement falls within the industry category of Printed matter and related products and will be conducted under a selective procurement method using a restricted procedure. The contract is set to run for three years beginning from 1 April 2019 and has a total value of £500,000. The tender period closed on 22 October 2018, and services will be delivered to various departments in the West Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in print services, including those capable of handling business cards, brochures, and large-volume printing projects. Companies such as graphic design agencies and print shops with experience in educational materials will find this contract particularly relevant, allowing them to expand their business through collaboration with a prestigious institution like Aston University. Interested suppliers can expect varied work involving different cost centres and budgets across the university’s departments.

## Notice

Aston University produces a variety of printed material each year, including the University's two key prospectuses, course guides, student handbooks, various brochures, leaflets, posters, folders and magazines as well as an assortment of branded merchandise and banners. The University would like to invite tenders for the provision of an assortment of print and print-related services for a contract duration of three years. The framework will be spilt into lots; Lot 1 - Business cards and letterheads To comprise a range of stationery including business cards with a finished standard size of 85x55mm and standard A4 portrait size letterheads. Compliment slips may be requested. Artwork for business stationery will be provided by Aston University. Lot 2 - General print To comprise a range of general print including leaflets (singe sided, double sided); Z-fold leaflets; newsletters, posters (A1, A3, A4); roll-up banners, exhibition materials, brochures (ranging from 4, 6, 8, 12 pages up to 40+). Also presentation/conference folders and binding, collating and colour photocopying service may be requested. Lot 3 - Prospectus and high value print To comprise an annual undergraduate prospectus (published January) and some distribution is required to HE fairs, events and distribution centres (DJG). Details will be provided by Aston University. A postgraduate prospectus may also be included, going forward. Also included are large volume brochures.Some items may need specialist finishes to the cover ie the prospectus. Please note: for all lots, print is not centralised and does not originate through the central marketing team. Print will be ordered from different departments, schools, research centres, support services and, central marketing. This means orders will have different cost codes, different cost centres and will use different budgets. Artwork for all print will be provided by Aston University's graphic designer and the design agencies on the framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/254d239b-416a-4c71-b2a2-69c00b3bd83e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Feb 2019 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £500,000 |
| 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 | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | BAHSON COLOUR PRINT; FINANCIAL DATA MANAGEMENT; HICKLING & SQUIRES; LG DAVIS; W&G BAIRD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22000000 - Printed matter and related products

## Release History

- 13 Feb 2020 at 15:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/254d239b-416a-4c71-b2a2-69c00b3bd83e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/254d239b-416a-4c71-b2a2-69c00b3bd83e
  13th February 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=ba55723f-d36f-e811-80ed-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aston.ac.uk

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