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title: "Staff Magazine"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOUTH TEES HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2025-11-12"
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# Staff Magazine

Buyer: SOUTH TEES HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-acbb1e0b-0302-4d72-b0f5-6a8eda0e3d77

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## Summary

The procurement process for the 'Staff Magazine' contract was initiated by South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust for the provision of magazines across various NHS Trusts including South Tees and North Tees and Hartlepool. The procurement falls under the industry category of 'Goods' with a CPV classification of 'Magazines'. The location for delivery includes a wide range of regions, such as the United Kingdom, Europe, and other overseas territories. This procurement has reached the 'Award' stage with the contract scheduled to start on 12th November 2025 and end by 11th November 2028. A competitive quotation method was used that is suited for procurements below threshold, highlighting its focus on limited competition.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for SMEs, particularly those with expertise in magazine production and distribution. With a contract valued at £55,543.04 GBP, businesses that are capable of managing a publication for large healthcare institutions would be well-positioned to compete. This procurement provides a significant platform for growth, allowing businesses to expand their portfolio by working with major NHS Trusts such as South Tees, contributing to their visibility and reputation within the public sector. The successful bidder, Octagon Design & Marketing Ltd, exemplifies how specialised design and marketing firms can leverage their expertise in such tenders to enhance their business prospects.

## Notice

The provision of Staff Magazine for University Hospital Tees (South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust) Additional information: The Provision of Staff Magazine (South Tees and North Tees) Contract Duration 12th November 2025 - 11th November 2028 for a 36 Month Period

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd39b3cd-cd50-4729-bbaa-336dfa55d501 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 12 Nov 2025 - 11 Nov 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £55,543 |
| 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 | SOUTH TEES HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | MIDDLESBROUGH |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS2 1RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC32 South Teesside |
| Local authority | Middlesbrough |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Middlesbrough and Thornaby East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OCTAGON DESIGN & MARKETING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22213000 - Magazines

## Release History

- 12 Nov 2025 at 14:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd39b3cd-cd50-4729-bbaa-336dfa55d501

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd39b3cd-cd50-4729-bbaa-336dfa55d501
  12th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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