--- title: "PAN1181 - Print Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6329f25c-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6329f25c-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6329f25c-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6329f25c-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL" published: "2016-11-18" --- # PAN1181 - Print Framework Buyer: LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6329f25c-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6329f25c-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6329f25c-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json) ## Summary The Leicester City Council is currently inviting tenders for the "PAN1181 - Print Framework," which aims to establish a framework agreement for various printing services. This procurement, classified under the "Printed matter and related products" category, is set to occur in Leicester, East Midlands, UK. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with a deadline for submissions on 15th April 2016. The contract is expected to commence on 1st June 2016 and run for two years, with a potential extension of two additional years. The total value of the contract is estimated at £3,000,000, with a minimum value of £2,000,000. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the printing industry, particularly small and micro businesses, as the buying organisation encourages participation from local enterprises and voluntary sector organisations. Companies specializing in various printing services, including digital printing, point of sale materials, and general stationery production, will find this framework particularly well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging in this contract could lead to sustained business growth while contributing to the local economy in Leicester. ## Notice The framework agreement is anticipated to be divided into the following five lots. Whilst descriptions for each lot are provided below, it should be noted that this is indicative and is not meant to be an exhaustive list of the Council?s requirements. Full details will be within the tender documentation ? Lot 1 - Letterheads, forms and general stationery ? For example, basic stationery envelopes, letterheads and compliment slips, etc. NCR work, single colour - max size A4. ? Lot 2 - Jobbing print ? For example, 1, 2, and 3 colour work with various finishing ? Saddle Stitch, wire-o bind and comb binding. Documents can vary from 4 pages up to 72 pages in sizes from A5 ? A3. ? Lot 3 - Four colour printing - For example, four colour process work, varying from A5 flyers, A5 & A4 brochures ranging from an 8 page document up to 64 pages. DL leaflets. Finishing: saddle stitching and, perfect or PUR bound. ? Lot 4 ? Point of Sale (POS) and large format printing ? For example, vinyl stickers A6-A4, large format posters up to A0, vinyl banners, PVC foam boards, plan print etc. ? Lot 5 ? Digital Printing ? For example, short run four colour work A5 ? A3 sometimes requiring finishing including saddle stitching, comb binding and spiral binding. Single colour black, digital, A4 & A3 posters etc. Additional information: Leicester City Council invites Tenders for the provision of a Print Framework Agreement. The proposed Contract will be for two years with an option to extend for up to a further two years (2 x one-year extensions). The Authority wishes to ensure that its procurement opportunities are open to small and micro local enterprises and voluntary and community sector organisations as it appreciates the very important role they play in the local economy. Tenders from these organisations are particularly welcomed. This Invitation to Tender document and with the appendices and all other documentation issued to suppliers sets out details of the Authority?s requirements and how to submit your Tender. Please ensure you read it carefully, however should you need any further information please see section below on how to raise questions during the Tender period. Please ensure that you allow yourself plenty of time when uploading your Tender as this may take a little while. You are advised not to leave the submission to the last few minutes. Leicester ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/838f0621-4b93-43fd-b988-ed8ab8c20088 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 | | Submission deadline | 15 Apr 2016 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2016 - 31 May 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £3,000,000 | | 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 | LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | LEICESTER | | Post town | Leicester | | Postcode | LE1 1FZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF21 Leicester | | Local authority | Leicester | | Electoral ward | Castle | | Westminster constituency | Leicester South | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 22 - Printed matter and related products - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 22000000 - Printed matter and related products - 79810000 - Printing services - 79823000 - Printing and delivery services - 79824000 - Printing and distribution services ## Release History - 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/838f0621-4b93-43fd-b988-ed8ab8c20088 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/838f0621-4b93-43fd-b988-ed8ab8c20088 3rd March 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.leicester.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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