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title: "TENDER FOR THE PROVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL BRANDING SERVICES FOR LTE GROUP"
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# TENDER FOR THE PROVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL BRANDING SERVICES FOR LTE GROUP

Buyer: THE MANCHESTER COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-50645db7-5526-4893-8cbd-5fd7335174ca

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Tender for the Provision of Environmental Branding Services for LTE Group" was orchestrated by The Manchester College. This contract falls under the services category, specifically concerning permanent message signs (CPV code 31523200). The tender process has reached the Award stage, with the contract now awarded to Grafit Display Hire for a total value of £800,000. The contract commenced on 8th July 2019 and extends until 11th July 2021. The geographical focus for the delivery of services is in the North West region of the United Kingdom, and the procurement method adopted was an open procedure exceeding the applicable threshold.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the environmental branding and signage sector, particularly those that provide large format printing and installation services. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be particularly well-positioned to compete for similar future opportunities, given their ability to offer flexibility and collaboration as required by the contracting authority. Engaging with experienced partners who can deliver high-quality materials and meet stringent timelines will be crucial for those looking to scale their operations through these public contracts.

## Notice

This tender is for a contract for environmental branding services for LTE Group. The awarded provider will be instrumental in delivering a cost-effective, reliable and flexible large format printing and installation provision with national reach and the capability to deliver quality products and service at pace to achieve LTE Group's stakeholder objectives. The provider will work reliably, flexibly and in collaboration with LTE Group and its organisations to produce the required signage orders precisely, as specified, within the pre-stipulated timeframes using quality, durable materials as agreed, and with all printing undertaken to an accurate and high-quality standard.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e412b32-99ed-418d-b6e0-ef0109767e4a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jun 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jun 2019 |
| Contract period | 7 Jul 2019 - 11 Jul 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £800,000 |
| 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 | THE MANCHESTER COLLEGE |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M22 9UH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Sharston |
| Westminster constituency | Wythenshawe and Sale East |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GRAFIT DISPLAY HIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31523200 - Permanent message signs

## Release History

- 31 Oct 2019 at 09:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e412b32-99ed-418d-b6e0-ef0109767e4a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e412b32-99ed-418d-b6e0-ef0109767e4a
  31st October 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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