---
title: "PROVISION OF MAGAZINE DESIGN AND PRINT SUPPORT SERVICES"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e4d8"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE ROYAL MARSDEN NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2025-02-20"
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# PROVISION OF MAGAZINE DESIGN AND PRINT SUPPORT SERVICES

Buyer: THE ROYAL MARSDEN NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e4d8

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## Summary

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is in the process of procuring magazine design and print support services, specifically for its RM, Private Care, and Progress magazines. This tender, classified under the industry category of Magazines (CPV code 22213000), is being conducted using a restricted procedure method. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with an end date of 22nd March 2025 for tender submissions. Suppliers are expected to adhere to the brand guidelines and templates, ensuring value for money while delivering creative execution. The contract, valued at £260,000, will be active for a period of 720 days and will cover deliveries in the UK region UKI.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in magazine design and print support, particularly those with experience in healthcare-related content. The two-stage selection process, starting with a Supplier Questionnaire (SQ) and followed by a tender response and presentation, allows businesses to showcase their quality, social value, and competitive pricing. The potential for long-term collaboration and visibility with a prestigious institution like The Royal Marsden makes it an attractive opportunity for companies looking to expand their portfolio and establish credibility in the healthcare publishing sector.

## Notice

The Royal Marsden is assessing costs and suppliers to deliver the best creative execution and value for money for its suite of magazines, while adhering to the brand guidelines and design template for RM, Private Care, and Progress magazines - and the brand values of the Trust, Private Care and The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. RM is the Trust's flagship magazine for patients, staff and foundation trust members; Private Care magazine is distributed to GPs, corporate partners and other potential referrers; Progress is The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity's magazine for supporters, donors and potential donors.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The restricted tender will be conducted in two stages. In the first stage, suppliers will be invited to complete a Supplier Questionnaire (SQ). Selected suppliers will then progress to the second stage, where they will be asked to submit a tender response and presentation. These submissions will be evaluated based on the following criteria: 
Evaluation criteria Weighting
Tender Quality Questions
40%
Tender Social Value Questions 
10%
Bidders Presentations
20%
Tender Pricing 
30%
Total
100%

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006158-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £260,000 |
| Lots value | £260,000 |
| 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 | THE ROYAL MARSDEN NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW10 0XD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham |
| Local authority | Hammersmith and Fulham |
| Electoral ward | Sands End |
| Westminster constituency | Chelsea and Fulham |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22213000 - Magazines

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2025 at 12:21 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006158-2025

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.judiciary.uk/courts-and-tribunals/high-court/
- https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk

## Provenance

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