--- title: "Dynamic Purchasing System for Print & Fulfilment Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03454a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03454a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03454a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03454a.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "GATESHEAD COUNCIL" published: "2022-08-01" --- # Dynamic Purchasing System for Print & Fulfilment Services Buyer: GATESHEAD COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03454a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03454a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03454a.json) ## Summary The Gateshead Council is currently in the process of establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Print & Fulfilment Services, with the aim to invite qualified suppliers to deliver a wide range of printing services. The procurement falls under the services industry category and includes five distinct subcategories, covering everything from printing council magazines to promotional items. The tender, identified as DN615124, allows for open entry throughout its lifespan, encouraging new suppliers to join and actively participate. The current procurement stage is the planning phase, and it is expected to remain active until 31 July 2027, providing ample time for interested parties to engage. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the printing and fulfilment services sector. Companies that specialise in a variety of printing techniques, including digital and large format printing, as well as those providing promotional products, will find this DPS appealing. Additionally, businesses with prior experience in servicing local authorities or regional councils may have a competitive advantage. Engaging in this procurement process can lead to long-term collaborations with the council, fostering growth and expanding business prospects. ## Notice The Council wishes to establish a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) with a number of qualified and experienced suppliers to deliver a range of printing and fulfilment services. The DPS will comprise of the following categories: Category 1 - Printing and Fulfilment Services Category 2 - Printing of Council News Magazine and Other Related Articles Category 3 - General Print Category 4 - Large Format Print Category 5 - Promotional Print The purpose of the DPS is to meet the Council's requirements for printing and fulfilment work that cannot be fulfilled by its internal multi-functional devices. Suppliers who are admitted to the DPS will be invited to respond to tenders, as and when they are issued by the Council. ### Lot Information Print and Fulfilment Services Printing and Fulfilment Services such as: Quarterly and annual statements Newsletters Surveys Envelope, flyer and letter printing Mail merge Self-mailers (e.g. postcards) Other mailing activity as required. Suppliers should note that this list is not exhaustive and does not represent an actual requirement. Options: This contract has options to extend past the initial 60 month period Printing of Council News Magazine and Other Related Articles Printing of Council News Magazine and Other Related Articles such as: Printing of the Council's resident's magazine 'Gateshead Council News' Printing of other publications Suppliers should note that this list is not exhaustive and does not represent an actual requirement. Options: This contract has options to extend past the initial 60 month period General Print General Print Services such as: Offset/Litho Print Digital Print Web Print Leaflets, brochures, die-cut folders etc. Finishes such as Die-cut, Lamination, Encapsulation, Fold/crease/score, Perfect Binding, Perforation, Embossing, Foil Blocking, Eye Letting, Spot UV, Numbering Suppliers should note that this list is not exhaustive and does not represent an actual requirement. Options: This contract has options to extend past the initial 60 month period Large Format Print Large Format Print such as: Bridge Banners Pull Up Banners Large Foamex Boards Vehicle Signage Posters Finishes such as Stitching, Eyeletting, Laminating, Mounting Suppliers should note that this list is not exhaustive and does not represent an actual requirement. Options: This contract has options to extend past the initial 60 month period Promotional Print Promotional Print to include supply and printing of items such as: Pens Mugs Reusable shopping bags USB sticks Lanyards T-shirts Corporate gifts such as paperweights, key rings, mouse mats etc. Suppliers should note that this list is not exhaustive and does not represent an actual requirement. Options: This contract has options to extend past the initial 60 month period ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020957-2022 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic | | 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 | 1 Aug 2022 | | Submission deadline | 11 Jul 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,000,000 | | Lots value | £1,657,500 | | 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 | GATESHEAD COUNCIL | | Locality | GATESHEAD | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE8 1HH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside | | Local authority | Gateshead | | Electoral ward | Bridges | | Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham | | Delivery location | TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79800000 - Printing and related services ## Release History - 1 Aug 2022 at 12:30 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020957-2022 - 10 Jun 2022 at 14:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016037-2022 ## Notice URLs - http://www.gateshead.gov.uk - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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