--- title: "TD2284- External Print Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-60f23871-e694-4e62-8e61-2fca629aa151" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-60f23871-e694-4e62-8e61-2fca629aa151" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-60f23871-e694-4e62-8e61-2fca629aa151.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-60f23871-e694-4e62-8e61-2fca629aa151.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DERBY CITY COUNCIL" published: "2025-11-19" --- # TD2284- External Print Framework Buyer: DERBY CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-60f23871-e694-4e62-8e61-2fca629aa151 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-60f23871-e694-4e62-8e61-2fca629aa151) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-60f23871-e694-4e62-8e61-2fca629aa151.json) ## Summary Derby City Council is seeking tenders for the "TD2284- External Print Framework," targeting the provision of diverse printing services. This procurement falls under the goods category for printed matter and related products. The tender process is at the active stage, with an open procedure method. Interested parties should note that the deadline for submission is 12 noon on 30th January 2026. This opportunity is located in the East Midlands, United Kingdom, with the contract period expected to run from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2028. The procurement document outlines five lots, including standard and large volume printing, signage, promotional materials, advertising boarding, and vehicle signage. This opportunity offers significant business growth potential, particularly for SMEs qualified to deliver large-scale printing services. The framework is well-suited for businesses specialising in signage, advertising board installation, and vehicle branding, providing a platform to expand their client base within local government sectors. Furthermore, there is an anticipated budget of £2,935,000, with an additional potential expenditure of £1,761,000 should local government reorganisation increase service demand. Businesses skilled in delivering high-volume and diverse printing services will find this framework conducive to increasing their market presence and securing a long-term partnership with Derby City Council. ## Notice Derby City Council (DCC) has a requirement to produce a range of materials to communicate messages both internally and externally. To help to meet this demand a new contract in the form of a Framework for Printing Services will be procured. The Council is looking for tenders from suitably qualified and experienced, providers for the following lots: Lot 1 - Standard and Large Volume Printing Lot 2 - Signage and Large Format Printing Lot 3 - Promotional Printing Lot 4 - Advertising Boarding and Installation Lot 5 - Vehicle Signage The scope for these lots will be further detailed in TD2284- ITT Part 3 Specification. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) is underway in several areas across the country and may result in changes to council structures, service delivery and responsibilities, and geographical coverage during the life of the contract. For this contract it is anticipated that the effects of LGR may lead to an increased service demand or the need to extend provision to new areas or client groups. An additional estimated value of PS1,761,000 (Including VAT) to reflect potential future changes in service scope or volume linked to LGR. This is not committed spend. The tender will be published on https://www.eastmidstenders.org/. The deadline for submissions is 12 noon on the 30th January 2026. Further details can be accessed via the tender document which are available on the above link. Please search for TD2284. Please note- we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f851874e-db68-4f40-b6f4-7bcb20996a04 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Nov 2025 | | Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,935,000 | | 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 | DERBY CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | DERBY | | Post town | Derby | | Postcode | DE1 2FS | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby | | Local authority | Derby | | Electoral ward | Darley | | Westminster constituency | Derby South | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 22 - Printed matter and related products ### Codes - 22000000 - Printed matter and related products ## Release History - 19 Nov 2025 at 14:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f851874e-db68-4f40-b6f4-7bcb20996a04 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f851874e-db68-4f40-b6f4-7bcb20996a04 19th November 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.eastmidstenders.org/ Please search TD2284 using the link above to access the tender documents. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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