--- title: "Prior Information Notice - Print & Design" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8a67e018-36ce-4da1-964c-bf7573963fee" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8a67e018-36ce-4da1-964c-bf7573963fee" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8a67e018-36ce-4da1-964c-bf7573963fee.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8a67e018-36ce-4da1-964c-bf7573963fee.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER" published: "2020-01-27" --- # Prior Information Notice - Print & Design Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8a67e018-36ce-4da1-964c-bf7573963fee [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8a67e018-36ce-4da1-964c-bf7573963fee) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8a67e018-36ce-4da1-964c-bf7573963fee.json) ## Summary The University of Manchester is currently undertaking a tender process titled "Prior Information Notice - Print & Design" within the printing and design sector. This active procurement is classified under the industry category of "Printed matter and related products" with additional classifications for services related to printing and bespoke printed matter. The tender is being conducted through an open procurement method, and it is in the planning stage, with a deadline for expressions of interest set for 21 February 2020. The delivery address for projects is in Manchester, North West, United Kingdom. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in print and design services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their market reach. Companies that can provide innovative printing solutions or bespoke printed materials would be well-suited to compete in this process, which aims to explore the market capabilities available to meet the needs of the university's staff and students. Interested suppliers are encouraged to register for further documentation and participate in discussions to better understand the requirements and preferences of the university. ## Notice The University is currently reviewing its procurement for both its print and design suppliers and, as part of this, is looking at what services and / or solutions the market has to offer that could assist in meeting the needs of our staff and students. This is a request for information only at this stage to assist the University in determining what is possible and what, if anything, is out of scope. The University may also undertake further discussions with suppliers who have expressed an interest to develop its understanding of the supply market. Additional information: To express an interest in this project please visit the website below where you will need to register to obtain tender documentation. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4bebee0-3211-42c8-9311-1bdb043ddf9f | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | 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 | 27 Jan 2020 | | Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2020 - 31 Aug 2024 | | 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M13 9PL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Hulme | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme | | Delivery location | TLD North West (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 - 22458000 - Bespoke printed matter - 22900000 - Miscellaneous printed matter - 79820000 - Services related to printing ## Release History - 27 Jan 2020 at 13:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4bebee0-3211-42c8-9311-1bdb043ddf9f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4bebee0-3211-42c8-9311-1bdb043ddf9f 27th January 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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