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title: "CA15282 - Print and Associated Services Framework to include Hybrid Mail and Digital Transformation Solutions"
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# CA15282 - Print and Associated Services Framework to include Hybrid Mail and Digital Transformation Solutions

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cbbba5e3-6827-40b2-b406-a266badbc45b

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## Summary

The Print and Associated Services Framework, including Hybrid Mail and Digital Transformation Solutions, is overseen by the University of Essex. This procurement process, categorised under business and management consultancy services, is conducted as an open procedure, allowing all public sector contracting authorities throughout the UK to utilise its offerings. The competition, initially launched on 19th February 2025, concluded on 7th April 2025, with its awarding process finalised on 23rd May 2025. With the contract starting on 2nd June 2025 and ending on 1st June 2029, businesses across various regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and Europe, can participate in delivering services worth £100 million GBP.

This tender represents considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in print and associated services, stretching from printing and document management to digital solutions. The framework allows for up to fifteen suppliers, promoting competition and offering potential growth to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), while supporting various end users like NHS bodies, educational establishments, and registered charities. Particularly suited for organisations skilled in digital transformation and mail solutions, this framework enables businesses to access a wide market across multiple regions. It provides a platform for SMEs to expand their operations by securing long-term contracts, facilitating increased visibility and market reach within the public sector.

## Notice

The Framework will provide access to a comprehensive range of Print and Associated Services including Hybrid Mail and Digital Transformation Solutions. It is let by the University of Essex and is open for use by all contracting authorities across the public sector throughout the UK (and any future successors to these organisations). These include (but not limited to) central government departments and agencies, Non Departmental Public Bodies, NHS bodies, Local Authorities, Police Authorities, Emergency Services, Educational Establishments, Hospices, Registered Charities, National Parks, Registered Social Landlords and any other body permitted by the Contracting Authority. Full details of the classification of eligible end user establishments and geographical areas is available at https://www.dukefieldprocurement.co.uk/fts-eligible-users The Framework will be let across a single Lot. There will be a maximum of fifteen (15) suppliers awarded a place on the framework. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA15282. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA15282 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a7751de-3ce5-479f-a755-3e77f546eed0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2025 - 1 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £14,285,714 |
| 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 ESSEX |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO4 3SQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Wivenhoe |
| Westminster constituency | Harwich and North Essex |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 7 |
| Supplier names | CDP PRINT MANAGEMENT; CDS PRINT SERVICES; FCS LASER MAIL; HARLOW SOLUTIONS; MBA GROUP; PSL PRINT MANAGEMENT; STERLING PRESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 22000000 - Printed matter and related products
- 22100000 - Printed books, brochures and leaflets
- 22140000 - Leaflets
- 22150000 - Brochures
- 22458000 - Bespoke printed matter
- 22800000 - Paper or paperboard registers, account books, binders, forms and other articles of printed stationery
- 22822000 - Business forms
- 22900000 - Miscellaneous printed matter
- 30131000 - Mailroom equipment
- 30197630 - Printing paper
- 48300000 - Document creation, drawing, imaging, scheduling and productivity software package
- 48782000 - Storage management software package
- 63120000 - Storage and warehousing services
- 63121000 - Storage and retrieval services
- 64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services
- 64100000 - Post and courier services
- 64110000 - Postal services
- 64216120 - Electronic mail services
- 64227000 - Integrated telecommunications services
- 72212310 - Document creation software development services
- 72412000 - Electronic mail service provider
- 72512000 - Document management services
- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services
- 79415200 - Design consultancy services
- 79570000 - Mailing-list compilation and mailing services
- 79571000 - Mailing services
- 79800000 - Printing and related services
- 79810000 - Printing services
- 79811000 - Digital printing services
- 79820000 - Services related to printing
- 79821000 - Print finishing services
- 79822500 - Graphic design services
- 79823000 - Printing and delivery services
- 79824000 - Printing and distribution services
- 79995100 - Archiving services
- 79999100 - Scanning services

## Release History

- 23 May 2025 at 08:39 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a7751de-3ce5-479f-a755-3e77f546eed0
- 19 Feb 2025 at 16:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a7751de-3ce5-479f-a755-3e77f546eed0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a7751de-3ce5-479f-a755-3e77f546eed0
  19th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com
- https://www.dukefieldprocurement.co.uk/fts-eligible-users

## Provenance

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