--- title: "Framework for Print Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03108c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03108c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03108c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03108c.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH" published: "2022-01-28" --- # Framework for Print Services Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03108c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03108c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03108c.json) ## Summary The University of Plymouth is currently engaged in an active procurement process for a "Framework for Print Services", classified under the CPV code for printing services (79810000). The procurement falls under the category of services and entails various lots focused on different printing requirements, including undergraduate and postgraduate prospectuses, litho and digital standard print, signage, and exhibition equipment. The tender period concludes on 28th February 2022, with contract implementation expected to commence from 1st June 2022, lasting until 31st May 2025. This tender employs a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure with a budget of £750,000 available across multiple lots. Opportunities from this tender are geared towards businesses in the printing and design sectors, particularly those capable of providing quality printing services for educational materials, promotional signage, and exhibition displays. Companies that specialise in lithography, digital printing, and related finishing services would find this tender particularly relevant. The diverse requirements across multiple lots allow for a range of suppliers to engage, making it accessible for both large and small businesses looking to expand their portfolio in public sector contracts. ## Notice Procurement of a framework for Print Services for - LOT 1 - UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE PROSPECTUS LOT 2 - LITHO AND DIGITAL STANDARD PRINT LOT 3 - LONG RUN BESPOKE LITHO PRINTING LOT 4 - BLACK AND WHITE PRINT, NCR AND BASIC SHORT RUN COLOUR LOT 5 - SIGNAGE AND WINDOW DECALS LOT 6 - PULL UP BANNERS, FLAGS, POSTERS AND ADHESIVE SIGNAGE LOT 7 - LIGHT BOX BANNERS AND EXHIBITION EQUIPMENT ### Lot Information Lot 1 - Undergraduate and Postgraduate Prospectus The provision of printing, fulfilment, distribution, storage and mailout of the University of Plymouth undergraduate prospectus and postgraduate prospectus produced annually. Additional information: Attached as document Lot 2 - Litho and Digital Standard Print We print a large number of brochures, leaflets, flyers and posters. Files will be supplied digitally and preflight checks made by the supplier bringing any problems to the University's attention so that these can be rectified prior to a proof being supplied. Additional information: Attached as document Lot 3 - Long run bespoke litho printing Provision of litho print for longer print runs and bespoke print jobs to include confirmation packs, offer packs and Student Life magazine. Production requirements will include a range of finishing options, delivery, storage, mail merge and mailout. Additional information: Attached as document Lot 4 - Black and white print, NCR and basic short run colour Provision of fast turnaround mainly black and white printing. We require a standard 3-day turnaround from order to delivery at the designated DPC address. This allows us to offer our clients within the University a standardized turnaround time. On occasions we will require a next day service. Additional information: Attached as document Lot 5 - Signage and window decals The provision of external signage for the University. Our requirements vary in size and scope and vary from a small parking space sign to full building signage. Additional information: Attached as document Lot 6 - Pull up banners, flags, posters and adhesive signage Provision for the supply of a range of large format print and associated hardware. This may include, site visits and surveys where necessary. Additional information: Attached as document Lot 7 - Light box banners and exhibition equipment Provision for the supply of exhibition and display hardware along with any associated printing. This Lot may include the commissioning of bespoke exhibition stands for events, including the annual UCAS fairs where we look for the most creative and cost effective stand hardware that can be easily transported and set up by the staff attending the events. Additional information: Attached as document ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002547-2022 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Jan 2022 | | Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2022 - 31 May 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £750,000 | | Lots value | £605,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH | | Locality | PLYMOUTH, DEVON | | Post town | Plymouth | | Postcode | PL4 8AA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon | | ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth | | Local authority | Plymouth | | Electoral ward | Drake | | Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport | | Delivery location | TLK41 Plymouth | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 22 - Printed matter and related products - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 42 - Industrial machinery - 48 - Software package and information systems - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 22000000 - Printed matter and related products - 22100000 - Printed books, brochures and leaflets - 22458000 - Bespoke printed matter - 34928470 - Signage - 42962200 - Printing press - 48824000 - Printer servers - 79810000 - Printing services - 79820000 - Services related to printing - 79821000 - Print finishing services - 79824000 - Printing and distribution services ## Release History - 28 Jan 2022 at 13:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002547-2022 ## Notice URLs - https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=43011&B=UNIVERSITYPLYMOUTH - https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/97185 - https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/about-us/university-structure/service-areas/procurement ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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