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title: "Framework for the Provision of a Wide Format Printer/Plotter and Associated Consumables"
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# Framework for the Provision of a Wide Format Printer/Plotter and Associated Consumables

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bdbe0483-71da-43c4-93e8-2d0660d55bd1

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## Summary

Durham County Council is looking to establish a framework for the provision of wide format printer and plotter equipment, along with associated consumables and maintenance services. The procurement process has reached the award stage, following a competitive quotation method. The contract, which carries a total budget value of £49,999, is set to commence on 16 December 2021 and will run until 15 December 2023, with the possibility of a two-year extension. Interested suppliers should note that the initial order will be placed by the Design Team, although other departments within the council may utilise this framework for their own needs, contingent upon future call-offs.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply and maintenance of printing equipment, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies adept at providing wide format printers, plotters, and consumables are well-positioned to compete. Furthermore, the awarded contract may lead to additional opportunities for related services as different departments within the council step forward to fulfil their printing requirements throughout the duration of the framework.

## Notice

The primary objective of the project is to create a framework for the provision of wide format printer(s) / plotter(s), including delivery, installation, commissioning and on-going maintenance. There will also an element of the Framework for the provision of consumables for the device(s) purchased. The initial purchase call-off will be made by the Design Team, however, it is anticipated that other Departments within the Council will be directed to the Framework in order to call-off their own requirements as necessary. There is no guarantee that there will be any future call-offs from this contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b4a15707-91df-439f-b534-8071236b197b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 16 Dec 2021 - 15 Dec 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,999 |
| 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 | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STANDING STONE DRAWING OFFICE SUPPLIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30232100 - Printers and plotters

## Release History

- 21 Oct 2021 at 11:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b4a15707-91df-439f-b534-8071236b197b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b4a15707-91df-439f-b534-8071236b197b
  21st October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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