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title: "Distribution of the Sandwell Herald - AWARD"
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# Distribution of the Sandwell Herald - AWARD

Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c92ed3b9-4b84-4b4b-a35e-f86cebe73e82

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## Summary

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently engaged in the procurement process for the award of a contract titled "Distribution of the Sandwell Herald." This contract, classified under the industry category of printing and distribution services, is taking place in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement method used is an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 14 January 2022 at 15:00 hrs. The awarded contract has a duration starting from 1 February 2022 and concluding on 31 January 2024, with a total contract value of £83,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in printing and distribution, particularly those with capabilities in managing high-volume deliveries, such as newspapers or periodicals. Companies that are experienced in adhering to specific technical specifications and can handle logistics within the West Midlands region would be particularly well-suited to compete. By participating, suppliers can engage with a key council contract, potentially expanding their client base and increasing their visibility within the local public sector market.

## Notice

Distribution of the Sandwell Herald The Sandwell Herald is the council's newspaper for residents. The Herald is designed fully in-house and print is handled through a separate contract. The technical specification of the newspaper is as follows: o 24 pages, each 360mm x 289mm, in full colour o 52-gram standard paper, 100% recycled newsprint o Endorse folded, loose (not stitched) o Item must weigh under 80 grams and be no bigger than A4 in its final folded form o Approximately 144,000 copies per edition Please note there may be reasons why pagination could vary between editions but 24 is the standard on which we are seeking distribution prices in this Tender. Exact quantities may also vary. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order To View and Submit a Tender, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Friday 14 January 2022 at 15:00hrs

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3df00d09-755a-464a-af27-b07f184865cb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Feb 2022 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2022 - 31 Jan 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £83,000 |
| 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 | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B69 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell |
| Local authority | Sandwell |
| Electoral ward | Oldbury |
| Westminster constituency | West Bromwich |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE LETTERBOX CONSULTANCY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 64111000 - Postal services related to newspapers and periodicals
- 79824000 - Printing and distribution services

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2022 at 15:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3df00d09-755a-464a-af27-b07f184865cb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3df00d09-755a-464a-af27-b07f184865cb
  3rd February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc

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