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title: "PS038 Security Print Services for Transcript Paper and Certificates of Award"
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# PS038 Security Print Services for Transcript Paper and Certificates of Award

Buyer: BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dad5d99b-4c01-4e25-8aa7-3d98b20e4260

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## Summary

Birmingham City University (BCU) is seeking tenders for the provision of Security Print Services for Transcript Paper and Certificates of Award, as detailed in the invitation labelled PS038. This procurement falls under the printing and related services category within the goods sector, with a total contract value of £60,000, set against a minimum value of £50,000. The tender period is currently open, concluding on 26th September 2017, and the contract is expected to commence on 2nd October 2017, lasting until 14th October 2018. Interested parties must register on the specified platform to access tender documents and submit their responses. 

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in printing services, including digital and distribution services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is open to them, increasing their competitive prospects. Companies with expertise in providing high-quality, security-based print solutions will be particularly well-suited to meet the requirements of this tender, potentially expanding their client base through collaboration with an established educational institution.

## Notice

Birmingham City University (BCU) requires a Security Print Services for Transcript Paper and Certificates of Award. In summary the requirement includes the provision of paper only upon which the university will print student award details and results. The two paper types required are as follows: o Standard University Certificate Paper which will bear the university crest o Standard university transcript Additional information: Please register at the following link to access the documents and submit a tender response. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bcu/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2308ff2-78d5-44fe-9a90-85a7166ec898 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Sep 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Sep 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Oct 2017 - 14 Oct 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| 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 | BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B5 5JU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79800000 - Printing and related services
- 79810000 - Printing services
- 79811000 - Digital printing services
- 79820000 - Services related to printing
- 79823000 - Printing and delivery services
- 79824000 - Printing and distribution services

## Release History

- 15 Sep 2017 at 15:28 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2308ff2-78d5-44fe-9a90-85a7166ec898
- 15 Sep 2017 at 15:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2308ff2-78d5-44fe-9a90-85a7166ec898

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2308ff2-78d5-44fe-9a90-85a7166ec898
  15th September 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bcu/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://bcu.ac.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bcu/aspx/Home

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