--- title: "TD2284 - External Print Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-052ae3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-052ae3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-052ae3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-052ae3.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "DERBY CITY COUNCIL" published: "2026-04-21" --- # TD2284 - External Print Framework Buyer: DERBY CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-052ae3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-052ae3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-052ae3.json) ## Summary Derby City Council has initiated a comprehensive procurement process titled "TD2284 - External Print Framework," aimed at acquiring a range of printing services to communicate messages both internally and externally. The procurement falls under the industry category of printed matter and related products, with services distributed across five specific lots, including standard and large volume printing, signage and large format printing, promotional printing, advertising boarding and installation, and vehicle signage. The location of the services will primarily be in the United Kingdom, with a focus on Derby and surrounding regions. The process began with an award stage on 21st April 2026, following an open procurement method. Significant dates include a submission deadline on 30th January 2026 and the start of the contract period slated for 1st June 2026, potentially extending to 31st May 2030, accounting for renewals and Local Government Reorganisation impacts. This procurement process represents substantial business opportunities for service providers, particularly SMEs skilled in various types of printing services. Businesses adept in printing, signage, promotional products, and vehicle graphics stand to benefit significantly from this framework. The multiple lots within this contract allow suppliers to highlight their specialties, ensuring competitive advantage through quality and pricing criteria. Moreover, with anticipated demand increases due to Local Government Reorganisation, businesses that can scale their operations effectively will find further growth potential. The framework agreement offers scope for strategic partnerships and long-term engagements, fostering sustainable business development in the sector. ## Notice Derby City Council (DCC) has a requirement to produce a range of materials to communicate messages both internally and externally. To help to meet this demand a new contract in the form of a Framework for Printing Services will be procured. The Council is looking for tenders from suitably qualified and experienced, providers for the following lots: Lot 1 - Standard and Large Volume Printing Lot 2 - Signage and Large Format Printing Lot 3 - Promotional Printing Lot 4 - Advertising Boarding and Installation Lot 5 - Vehicle Signage Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) is underway in several areas across the country and may result in changes to council structures, service delivery and responsibilities, and geographical coverage during the life of the contract. For this contract it is anticipated that the effects of LGR may lead to an increased service demand or the need to extend provision to new areas or client groups. An additional estimated value of PS1,761,000 (Including VAT) to reflect potential future changes in service scope or volume linked to LGR. This is not committed spend. ### Lot Information Standard and Large Volume Printing Renewal: There will be an option to extend the contract for two, twelve-month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs. Maximum contract term is four (4) years (48 months) Signage and Large Format Printing Renewal: There will be an option to extend the contract for two, twelve-month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs. Maximum contract term is four (4) years (48 months) Promotional Printing Renewal: There will be an option to extend the contract for two, twelve-month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs. Maximum contract term is four (4) years (48 months) Advertising Boarding and Installation Renewal: There will be an option to extend the contract for two, twelve-month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs. Maximum contract term is four (4) years (48 months) Vehicle Signage Renewal: There will be an option to extend the contract for two, twelve-month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs. Maximum contract term is four (4) years (48 months) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036173-2026 | | Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2026 | | Future notice date | 20 Nov 2025 | | Award date | 20 Apr 2026 | | Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,935,000 | | Lots value | £2,935,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Pending | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DERBY CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | DERBY | | Post town | Derby | | Postcode | DE1 2FS | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby | | Local authority | Derby | | Electoral ward | Darley | | Westminster constituency | Derby South | | Delivery location | TLF11 Derby | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 6 | | Supplier names | FINE PRINT (STOCKPORT; JOHN E. WRIGHT; KINGS OFFICE SUPPLIES; N1 VISUAL; QFLOW PROMOTIONS; WHITHAM PRINT SERVICES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 22 - Printed matter and related products - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 22000000 - Printed matter and related products - 79800000 - Printing and related services ## Release History - 21 Apr 2026 at 13:46 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036173-2026 - 19 Nov 2025 at 14:43 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075286-2025 - 11 Nov 2025 at 14:51 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072857-2025 - 2 Jun 2025 at 14:41 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029239-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036173-2026 21st April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075286-2025 19th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072857-2025 11th November 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029239-2025 2nd June 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://fineprint-stockport.co.uk - http://whithamprintservices.co.uk - http://www.kingsoffice.co.uk - http://www.n1visual.co.uk - https://www.derby.gov.uk/ - https://www.eastmidstenders.org/ - https://www.johnewright.com - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.qflow.ie ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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