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title: "Provision of Valley Graphics Print Machines"
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# Provision of Valley Graphics Print Machines

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7c61433f-c744-4856-b400-742848cde928

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## Summary

The University of Southampton has completed the procurement process for the provision of high-performance production print devices, catering to its internal print operations. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Printers and plotters" and includes related classifications such as "Printing machinery" and "Printing services." The process, which was conducted through selective procurement via a call-off from a framework agreement, concluded with an award to Konica Minolta Business Solutions UK Limited. The tender had a value of £259,820.40, and the contract period will commence on 21st January 2026 and conclude on 20th January 2031. The primary location for delivery is Southampton, with postal code SO17 1BJ.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production and supply of advanced printing technology. Enterprises that specialise in high-quality, automated, and reliable print machinery would find this procurement particularly beneficial, especially those equipped to meet the demanding specifications for various media types and finishing options. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) could leverage this procurement to expand their footprint in the academic sector by demonstrating innovation and competitive pricing in their solutions.

## Notice

The University of Southampton is seeking to procure high-performance production print devices. This procurement supports the University's internal print operations and requires devices capable of delivering consistent, high-quality output across a range of media types, formats, and finishing options. All proposed solutions must demonstrate proven reliability, automation, and suitability for a production environment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b88247a-eef4-4425-a392-f609816deefc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 Jan 2026 - 20 Jan 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £259,820 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £259,820 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 30232100 - Printers and plotters
- 42991200 - Printing machinery
- 79810000 - Printing services

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2026 at 13:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b88247a-eef4-4425-a392-f609816deefc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b88247a-eef4-4425-a392-f609816deefc
  22nd January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.southampton.ac.uk/

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