--- title: "Framework Agreement for Printing Services for Gloucstershire Clinical Commissioning Group" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c435c447-c64e-49a4-a137-963a489de24c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c435c447-c64e-49a4-a137-963a489de24c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c435c447-c64e-49a4-a137-963a489de24c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c435c447-c64e-49a4-a137-963a489de24c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT" published: "2018-10-24" --- # Framework Agreement for Printing Services for Gloucstershire Clinical Commissioning Group Buyer: NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c435c447-c64e-49a4-a137-963a489de24c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c435c447-c64e-49a4-a137-963a489de24c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c435c447-c64e-49a4-a137-963a489de24c.json) ## Summary The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit is inviting tenders for a Framework Agreement concerning Printing Services for the Gloucestershire Clinical Commissioning Group. This procurement, classified under 'Printing and related services', is presently in the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 28th November 2018. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st April 2019, lasting for four years with an annual budget of approximately £40,000 inclusive of VAT. Interested parties are required to register on the e-procurement portal to submit their bids. This framework presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in printing and associated services, including SMEs and voluntary or community sector enterprises. Providers that can offer innovative solutions and cost-effective printing options will be well-positioned to compete in this tender. Additionally, companies capable of delivering bespoke printed items and efficient collection and delivery services will find this opportunity particularly advantageous for expanding their market presence within the healthcare sector. ## Notice NHS Gloucestershire Clinical Commissioning Group wishes to procure a Framework Agreement for print and associated services. This will include printed forms, stationery and bespoke printed items together with associated print services, with a delivery and collection service to main sites. The key aims of this service are to: - Provide the Commissioner with a Framework Agreement for all of their print and associated requirements. - To significantly reduce annual printing costs. - To provide continued cost improvements including rationalisation & standardisation of printed forms. - Innovative proposals are sought for the future development of the service. The Framework Agreement term will be 4 years. The Framework Agreement is planned to commence from 1st April 2019. The annual budget is approximately PS40,000 inclusive of VAT (where applicable). This procurement is being carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners. Additional information: Interested providers will be able to view this notice via the 'current tenders' list on the e-procurement portal (In-tend). https://in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/Home In order to submit a bid, you will need to register on the e-procurement portal and 'express an interest' and then complete all necessary questions as specified within the documents. On registration, please include at least two contacts to allow for access to the portal in times of absence. The services are deemed to be subject to the full regime of current EU procurement legislation and as such this tender will be conducted in accordance with, and governed by, the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This contract will therefore be awarded in accordance with the provisions applicable in Section 5 (sub-section 7) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The contracting authority intends to observe the provisions and 10 day standstill period described in the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Unsuccessful Bidders and applicants will receive scores and reasons for the decision, including the characteristics and relative advantages of the winning bid and the reasons why the Bidder/applicant was unsuccessful. Deadlines for lodging appeals should be in accordance with the Regulations. In addition to the clarification process Bidders have the opportunity to request slides on the procurement process and the In-Tend system, if you would like access to these slides please email scwcsu.procurement@nhs.net all clarification must be submitted through the In-Tend system. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6c18217-5582-4c54-93fe-ee37fe99160f | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Oct 2018 | | Submission deadline | 28 Nov 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £128,000 | | 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 | NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS1 3NX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of | | Local authority | Bristol, City of | | Electoral ward | Central | | Westminster constituency | Bristol Central | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79800000 - Printing and related services ## Release History - 24 Oct 2018 at 09:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6c18217-5582-4c54-93fe-ee37fe99160f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6c18217-5582-4c54-93fe-ee37fe99160f 24th October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/Home E-Procurement Portal ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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