--- title: "Printing of Sandwell Herald" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e22934dd-18ae-42d5-a518-c3c205c253a9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e22934dd-18ae-42d5-a518-c3c205c253a9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e22934dd-18ae-42d5-a518-c3c205c253a9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e22934dd-18ae-42d5-a518-c3c205c253a9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2023-12-14" --- # Printing of Sandwell Herald Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e22934dd-18ae-42d5-a518-c3c205c253a9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e22934dd-18ae-42d5-a518-c3c205c253a9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e22934dd-18ae-42d5-a518-c3c205c253a9.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking quotations from experienced contractors to print the Sandwell Herald newspaper. The contract covers the period from 1 February 2024 to 31 January 2026. The deadline for submissions is Friday 12 January 2024 at 17:00hrs. The successful supplier will need to deliver the first edition to distribution centres by Friday 23 February 2024. This procurement falls under the "Printing and related services" industry category and uses the open procedure method. This tender presents an opportunity for printing companies to secure a two-year contract for printing the Sandwell Herald newspaper. Businesses capable of high-quality printing, bundling, strapping, labelling, and distribution services would be well-suited to compete. The contract, with a value of £60,000, aims to ensure Sandwell residents are well-informed and engaged through a key council communications channel. Interested parties can access the tender details via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. ## Notice Printing of Sandwell Herald Sandwell Council's Communications & Corporate Affairs Team is seeking quotations from an experienced contractor to print the Sandwell Herald newspaper in line with its current look for a two-year contract covering the period 1 February 2024 to 31 January 2026. The most recent edition can be viewed at www.sandwell.gov.uk/herald The number of Herald editions per annum will be subject to demand and budget. However, we anticipate up to six editions over the two-year contract. The number of printed copies required per edition is up to approximately 147,000. This may be subject to change. The successful supplier will also be responsible for printed copies to be bundled, strapped and, where required, labelled, and to arrange delivery into distribution centres. The first edition under the contract will need to be delivered to distribution centres on Friday 23 February 2024. The council's preferred print date for this edition would be either Tuesday 20 February 2024 or Wednesday 21 February 2024. We are seeking a high-quality print solution for the Sandwell Herald that helps to ensure residents in Sandwell are well-informed, can access key services and can take part in activities and events. Research shows the Herald is the top council communications channel by which residents receive news and information about Sandwell, including key cost of living, safety and health advice. The Herald is particularly valuable for tackling digital inequality as this is the main way the council communicates with residents who are not online. The content of the Herald represents and celebrates the diversity of Sandwell people as well as promoting a wide range of services, advice and community/voluntary groups that support people from all backgrounds and with various needs. 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 Quotation or other related documents. To submit a quotation 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 12 January 2024 at 17:00hrs Additional information: Printing of Sandwell Herald Sandwell Council's Communications & Corporate Affairs Team is seeking quotations from an experienced contractor to print the Sandwell Herald newspaper in line with its current look for a two-year contract covering the period 1 February 2024 to 31 January 2026. The most recent edition can be viewed at www.sandwell.gov.uk/herald The number of Herald editions per annum will be subject to demand and budget. However, we anticipate up to six editions over the two-year contract. The number of printed copies required per edition is up to approximately 147,000. This may be subject to change. The successful supplier will also be responsible for printed copies to be bundled, strapped and, where required, labelled, and to arrange delivery into distribution centres. The first edition under the contract will need to be delivered to distribution centres on Friday 23 February 2024. The council's preferred print date for this edition would be either Tuesday 20 February 2024 or Wednesday 21 February 2024. We are seeking a high-quality print solution for the Sandwell Herald that helps to ensure residents in Sandwell are well-informed, can access key services and can take part in activities and events. Research shows the Herald is the top council communications channel by which residents receive news and information about Sandwell, including key cost of living, safety and health advice. The Herald is particularly valuable for tackling digital inequality as this is the main way the council communicates with residents who are not online. The content of the Herald represents and celebrates the diversity of Sandwell people as well as promoting a wide range of services, advice and community/voluntary groups that support people from all backgrounds and with various needs. 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 Quotation or other related documents. To submit a quotation 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 12 January 2024 at 17:00hrs Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e9f806f-4b6d-4052-b978-4ff61b3f210b | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Dec 2023 | | Submission deadline | 12 Jan 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2024 - 31 Jan 2026 | | 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 | 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) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79800000 - Printing and related services - 79810000 - Printing services - 79823000 - Printing and delivery services ## Release History - 14 Dec 2023 at 12:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e9f806f-4b6d-4052-b978-4ff61b3f210b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e9f806f-4b6d-4052-b978-4ff61b3f210b 14th December 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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