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title: "Digital Printer(s) & Booklet Maker Hire - Navy Graphics Capability Update"
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current_stage: "Planning"
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published: "2026-04-07"
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# Digital Printer(s) & Booklet Maker Hire - Navy Graphics Capability Update

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cd0885ca-c8d6-4048-8e9f-c259b3924c55

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is spearheading a procurement process titled "Digital Printer(s) & Booklet Maker Hire - Navy Graphics Capability Update." This procurement, currently in the planning stage, seeks to address the end-of-life issues of existing digital printing and finishing equipment used by Navy Graphics. The classification of this tender falls under the CPV code 30122000, concerning office-type offset printing machinery. The project is located in the South East region, specifically in Portsmouth, England (postal code PO2 8BY). Potential suppliers should note the engagement end date for market consultation, which is set for 21st April 2026. This procurement initiative follows a tender initiation type, and the Ministry encourages engagement from suppliers as it prepares to enhance its graphics capability.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses with expertise in supplying and hiring digital printing machinery. Particularly, companies that can provide high-volume, reliable, and modern printing solutions tailored to governmental needs will find this project aligns well with their services. The procurement is especially welcoming to Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), looking to contribute innovative solutions to the operational needs of the Navy Command. The Ministry's emphasis on reliability, media flexibility, and workflow integration creates an inviting landscape for businesses aiming to expand their reach in government contracts and establish long-term partnerships with the Ministry of Defence.

## Notice

Navy Graphics currently operates high volume digital print and finishing equipment that is approaching end of life/contract, resulting in increased downtime, reduced productivity, and limitations in meeting modern production standards. The existing devices no longer provide the level of reliability, media flexibility, or workflow integration required to support the expanding output needs of Navy Command.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57be074f-6dc1-4da3-bead-c437f0fc7b60 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 21 Apr 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO2 8BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Nelson |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30122000 - Office-type offset printing machinery
- 42991200 - Printing machinery

## Release History

- 7 Apr 2026 at 09:01 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57be074f-6dc1-4da3-bead-c437f0fc7b60

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57be074f-6dc1-4da3-bead-c437f0fc7b60
  7th April 2026 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c0d5a5e5-d1ec-41a2-8d5a-e665084ec462
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