--- title: "Managed Card Bureau Service for the University of Sunderland" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-df8a6be0-e942-4f8a-a5e8-d65f3641a5d8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-df8a6be0-e942-4f8a-a5e8-d65f3641a5d8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-df8a6be0-e942-4f8a-a5e8-d65f3641a5d8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-df8a6be0-e942-4f8a-a5e8-d65f3641a5d8.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND" published: "2023-02-10" --- # Managed Card Bureau Service for the University of Sunderland Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-df8a6be0-e942-4f8a-a5e8-d65f3641a5d8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-df8a6be0-e942-4f8a-a5e8-d65f3641a5d8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-df8a6be0-e942-4f8a-a5e8-d65f3641a5d8.json) ## Summary The University of Sunderland has initiated a tender process for a Managed Card Bureau Service, which involves the creation, printing, distribution, updating, and management of Campus Cards. The contract is set to run from September 2023 to August 2026, with a potential total value of £225,000 to £375,000 ex VAT. The closing date for tender submissions is 12 noon on Monday, 13th March 2023. The procurement method for this opportunity is an open procedure above the threshold. This tender by the University of Sunderland for a Managed Card Bureau Service offers growth opportunities for suppliers interested in providing card production services. Businesses in the printing services sector, particularly those experienced in campus card creation and management, are well-suited to compete for this contract. The University is looking for commercial proposals to deliver comprehensive card bureau services, making this tender suitable for service providers with expertise in managing card systems. ## Notice In 2022, the University conducted a review of its Campus Card, including how it is produced, distributed and used within the business for both staff and students. The University is seeking commercial proposals from suppliers for a Managed CBS to deliver all aspects of Campus Card creation, printing, distribution, updating and management. The contract is expected to commence September 2023 to August 2026 (with up to 2 x 1 year extensions taking to a possible August 2028). The anticipated value of the award is approximately PS45,000 to PS75,000 ex VAT per annum, with a total value over 5 years (the maximum contract length) of PS225,000 to PS375,000 ex VAT. For the purpose of this tender award and any subsequent services which may be connected with the original award, we reserve the right to spend a further 30% of the anticipated spend subject to changes in University requirements or changes to legislation (there is no guarantee of spend). By expressing your interest in the tender through InTend, you will be given access to all the tender documents, which outline the requirements and relevant dates, essential information, and what is required. Closing date for submissions of tender responses is - 12 noon Monday, 13th March 2023 Expressions of interest and tender documents are available via In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home Additional information: Please express your interest, download the tender documents, complete and return via In-Tend by the deadline 12 noon Monday, 13th March 2023 Expressions of interest and tender documents are available via In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EU Funding Description Any commissions under this contract or framework may be subject to external funding from bodies such as EDRF, DfE, Arts Council, Heritage Lottery Fund, LEP, etc., and the successful supplier will be expected to work with the University on any funding applications where appropriate. This list of funding bodies is not exhaustive. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76a69aea-b50d-4d23-b242-4304d70785a7 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Feb 2023 | | Submission deadline | 13 Mar 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Sep 2023 - 31 Aug 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £375,000 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND | | Locality | SUNDERLAND | | Post town | Sunderland | | Postcode | SR1 3SD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland | | Local authority | Sunderland | | Electoral ward | Millfield | | Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79820000 - Services related to printing ## Release History - 10 Feb 2023 at 12:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76a69aea-b50d-4d23-b242-4304d70785a7 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76a69aea-b50d-4d23-b242-4304d70785a7 10th February 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://services.sunderland.ac.uk/finance/sections/procurement/ - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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