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title: "Technical print pre-flight review services for DfE assessment materials (October 2024 - October 2026)"
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# Technical print pre-flight review services for DfE assessment materials (October 2024 - October 2026)

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-98f2ea58-6225-4a31-abdb-ee9ba3a2c001

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## Summary

The Department for Education has awarded a contract for technical print pre-flight review services for DfE assessment materials, covering the period from October 2024 to October 2026, with a possible extension to October 2027. The contract, valued at £20,000, falls under the industry category of printed matter and related products (CPV: 22000000). The procurement process, utilising an open procedure below the threshold, is complete. The service will be provided by Page Bros Ltd and will cover multiple regions across the United Kingdom, including the North East, North West, and London. The contract began on 14 October 2024 and is set to end on 13 October 2027.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in technical print and related services, providing a long-term project with a reputable government department. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this contract particularly suitable for showcasing their capabilities and potentially expanding their market presence. The scope of the project, covering extensive geographical regions and requiring specialised print review skills, makes it an appealing opportunity for businesses aiming for growth in the public procurement sector.

## Notice

The Standards and Testing Agency, Department for Education have awarded a contract from Technical print pre-flight review services for DfE assessment materials ( Oct 2024 - Oct 2026). The initial contract term will be 24 months. There will be an option to extend it for an additional period of 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/540bbba3-8ad9-4ff1-85f6-cdcc3014b67a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 13 Oct 2024 - 13 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £20,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV1 2WT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | St Michael's |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PAGE BROS |

## 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
- 79800000 - Printing and related services

## Release History

- 29 Oct 2024 at 10:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/540bbba3-8ad9-4ff1-85f6-cdcc3014b67a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/540bbba3-8ad9-4ff1-85f6-cdcc3014b67a
  29th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/827029a7-58b5-44fa-98e8-9a769aa88c0c
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