--- title: "367 Print Services Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b9df40d6-fb8e-4a7a-a0bd-e3273ef2cb35" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b9df40d6-fb8e-4a7a-a0bd-e3273ef2cb35" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b9df40d6-fb8e-4a7a-a0bd-e3273ef2cb35.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b9df40d6-fb8e-4a7a-a0bd-e3273ef2cb35.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ASTON UNIVERSITY" published: "2018-06-15" --- # 367 Print Services Framework Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b9df40d6-fb8e-4a7a-a0bd-e3273ef2cb35 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b9df40d6-fb8e-4a7a-a0bd-e3273ef2cb35) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b9df40d6-fb8e-4a7a-a0bd-e3273ef2cb35.json) ## Summary Aston University is currently inviting tenders for the "367 Print Services Framework", aimed at providing a range of print and print-related services needed by various departments of the institution over a contract duration of three years. This procurement falls under the category of printed matter and related products, with a contract value estimated at £500,000. The tender is classified under the CPV code 22000000 and is being conducted using a selective procurement method via a restricted procedure. The tender period will close on 13th July 2018, and the contract is expected to commence on 1st November 2018, concluding on 31st October 2021. The delivery addresses for the services will be located in the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom. This tender offers a substantial opportunity for print service providers, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to engage with a prestigious educational institution. Businesses that specialise in various print services, from general printing to high-value print production, will find ample scope to showcase their capabilities through the defined lots, which include business cards, brochures, and conference materials. This diverse requirement may also attract companies with expertise in branded merchandise, allowing them to expand their client portfolio and foster long-term relationships with Aston University. ## Notice Aston University produces a variety of printed material each year, including the University's two key prospectuses, course guides, student handbooks, various brochures, leaflets, posters, folders and magazines as well as an assortment of branded merchandise and banners. The University would like to invite tenders for the provision of an assortment of print and print-related services for a contract duration of three years. The framework will be spilt into lots; Lot 1 - Business cards and letterheads To comprise a range of stationery including business cards with a finished standard size of 85x55mm and standard A4 portrait size letterheads. Compliment slips may be requested. Artwork for business stationery will be provided by Aston University. Lot 2 - General print To comprise a range of general print including leaflets (singe sided, double sided); Z-fold leaflets; newsletters, posters (A1, A3, A4); roll-up banners, exhibition materials, brochures (ranging from 4, 6, 8, 12 pages up to 40+). Also presentation/conference folders and binding, collating and colour photocopying service may be requested. Lot 3 - Prospectus and high value print To comprise an annual undergraduate prospectus (published January) and some distribution is required to HE fairs, events and distribution centres (DJG). Details will be provided by Aston University. A postgraduate prospectus may also be included, going forward. Also included are large volume brochures.Some items may need specialist finishes to the cover ie the prospectus. Please note: for all lots, print is not centralised and does not originate through the central marketing team. Print will be ordered from different departments, schools, research centres, support services and, central marketing. This means orders will have different cost codes, different cost centres and will use different budgets. Artwork for all print will be provided by Aston University's graphic designer and the design agencies on the framework. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c2a88ee0-b1b9-437e-8bcc-cd52700b9c26 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Jun 2018 | | Submission deadline | 13 Jul 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2018 - 31 Oct 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £500,000 | | 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 | ASTON UNIVERSITY | | Locality | BIRMINGHAM | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B4 7ET | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Nechells | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 22 - Printed matter and related products ### Codes - 22000000 - Printed matter and related products ## Release History - 15 Jun 2018 at 09:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c2a88ee0-b1b9-437e-8bcc-cd52700b9c26 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c2a88ee0-b1b9-437e-8bcc-cd52700b9c26 15th June 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=ba55723f-d36f-e811-80ed-005056b64545 Advert ## Notice URLs - http://www.aston.ac.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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