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title: "Supply of Long and Short Run External Printing Services Framework - AWARD"
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# Supply of Long and Short Run External Printing Services Framework - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD E-TENDERING  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c2b00597-0b30-46e5-93f7-0007eae27dce

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the University of Huddersfield, which is seeking tenders for the "Supply of Long and Short Run External Printing Services Framework." This opportunity falls within the printing services industry and is located in Huddersfield, UK. The procurement is currently in the Award stage, having been completed on 27th January 2017, with the contract period extending from 1st July 2016 to 1st July 2019. The procurement method used is an open procedure, with a total estimated budget of approximately £400,000 for the framework.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in printing services, particularly those capable of handling both long run and short run print jobs, as well as offering fast turnaround times. Companies adept at producing a variety of printed materials such as brochures, business cards, and promotional items would benefit the most. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to compete in this tender, as the defined budget and accessible procurement method make it an attractive venture for them.

## Notice

Project title Lot 1 Long Run Print Service Background information The University of Huddersfield would like to invite companies to tender for the supply of long run (1000 plus copies) external print supply for marketing in the UK. This will involve working with various University marketing departments in order to receive artwork, print in the agreed format and deliver to an agreed UK location (usually the University's main campus, goods inwards depot). What is required The full-colour printing of multiple page documents varying from 12 pages to 180 pages, at standard finished sizes (A6, A5 and A4) and some bespoke sizes e.g. 240mm x 170mm. Finishing ranging from saddle stitching and spiral binding to PUR binding. Special finishes such as spot UV, varnish, foil blocking and laminating. The printing of other materials such as (for example but not limited to) leaflets, letterheads / compliments slips, NCR sets, postcards, Christmas cards and direct mailers (some using mail merge techniques). Budget Available Circa ?300,000 spent over the course of the last framework Project title Lot 2 Short Run Print Service Background information The University of Huddersfield would like to invite companies to tender for the supply of short run (up to 1000 copies), fast turnaround (within 48 hours of receipt of artwork or better), external print supply for marketing in the UK. This will involve working with various University marketing departments in order to receive artwork, print in the agreed format and deliver to an agreed UK location (usually the University's main campus, goods inwards depot). What is required The full-colour printing of documents varying from 2 pages to 12 pages, at standard finished sizes (A6, A5 and A4). The printing of other materials, up to A0 in size, such as business cards, leaflets, NCR sets, postcards, posters, Christmas cards and direct mailers (some using mail merge techniques). The ability to print onto other materials (for example but not limited to T-shirts, hoodies, vinyl banners, pavement stickers and POS). Finishing mainly saddle stitched but PUR and spiral binding would be a bonus. Budget Available New framework. Spend estimated at ?100,000 over the course of the framework

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26e326ec-ca7a-43df-853a-82209161720d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 27 May 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jan 2017 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2016 - 1 Jul 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD E-TENDERING |
| Locality | HUDDERSFIELD |
| Post town | Huddersfield |
| Postcode | HD1 3DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees |
| Local authority | Kirklees |
| Electoral ward | Newsome |
| Westminster constituency | Huddersfield |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 7 |
| Supplier names | COMPANY CARD GROUP; CUBIQUITY; POTTS PRINT (UK; PUREPRINT GROUP; TFW PRINT GROUP; W & J LINNEY; W&G BAIRD |

## 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
- 79810000 - Printing services
- 79823000 - Printing and delivery services

## Release History

- 24 Feb 2017 at 11:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26e326ec-ca7a-43df-853a-82209161720d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26e326ec-ca7a-43df-853a-82209161720d
  24th February 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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