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title: "1777/YW - Design of Alumni Magazine"
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# 1777/YW - Design of Alumni Magazine

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-81422001-2a57-475f-b9c8-6e51ae2f03ab

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is seeking a contractor for the design of its annual alumni magazine and associated digital materials through an open tender process. The project covers the design for three issues, spanning from the 2018/2019 academic year to the 2020/2021 academic year, with potential extensions based on satisfactory performance. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 12 noon on 30th October 2017. The procurement is classified under design consultancy services, and the contract is expected to commence on 8th January 2018, lasting until 7th January 2021, with delivery required in Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber, UK.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for graphic design agencies, web design specialists, and design consultancy firms to expand their client base and showcase their capability in creating engaging alumni publications. Given the nature of the project, small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a strong portfolio in design services are particularly well-positioned to compete. The contract value is likely to support innovative design proposals that align with the University's branding and community engagement objectives.

## Notice

The University of Sheffield (hereby referred to as the University) wish to appoint a contractor to provide the design of the hard copy and digital annual alumni magazine and associated materials (as outlined below). The contract for the design of the annual alumni magazine and the digital version will be for three issues: The 2018/2019 issue The 2019/2020 issue The 2020/2021 issue There is also the possibility to extend the contract for an extra year, plus one additional year, subject to satisfactory performance. The closing date for return of Tenders is 12 noon on Monday 30th October 2017. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0407dfd1-8567-4d5d-aa2e-fc9e265af934 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 Jan 2018 - 7 Jan 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 72413000 - World wide web (www) site design services
- 79415200 - Design consultancy services
- 79822500 - Graphic design services
- 79930000 - Specialty design services

## Release History

- 5 Oct 2017 at 10:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0407dfd1-8567-4d5d-aa2e-fc9e265af934

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0407dfd1-8567-4d5d-aa2e-fc9e265af934
  5th October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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