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title: "Printing, Distribution and Sale of Graduation Certificates"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059020"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY"
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# Printing, Distribution and Sale of Graduation Certificates

Buyer: OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059020

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## Summary

Oxford Brookes University is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the printing, distribution, and commercial sale of graduation certificates, scheduled to begin its tender on 10 October 2025. This initiative is part of a five-year contract, with the possibility of extending for up to two additional years. The university is located in Oxford, United Kingdom, and is conducting preliminary market engagement to better understand the current market capabilities within the 'Printing and delivery services' industry category. Interested suppliers can partake in one-on-one online sessions on 10 and 11 September 2025, to discuss potential solutions as part of this engagement exercise. This opportunity is above the procurement threshold and anticipates significant involvement from small and medium enterprises (SMEs) throughout the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a great opportunity for businesses specialising in secure document production and distribution, particularly those capable of innovative solutions to develop a commercial income stream. Ideal contenders would be SMEs with experience in managing end-to-end processes involving secure printing and storage, direct distribution, and creating revenue channels. Businesses can leverage this contract to establish long-term relationships and enhance their reputations by aligning with a public authority like Oxford Brookes University. The contract's scope gives participants a chance to contribute significantly to the university’s operations, potentially yielding benefits in terms of business expansion and enhancement of service offerings.

## Notice

Oxford Brookes University is seeking proposals from qualified suppliers for a comprehensive service to manage the secure printing, distribution, and commercial sales of all official degree and award certificates. This contract is for a period of five (5) years, with an option to extend for a further two (2) years, subject to performance review and mutual agreement. The awarded supplier will be responsible for the entire end-to-end process, from secure document production and storage to direct distribution to graduands and the development of a commercial income stream for the University. The integrity and security of the certificates are of paramount importance to protect the reputation of Oxford Brookes University and the value of its awards.

### Planning Information

Oxford Brookes University is commencing preliminary market engagement (PME) to better understand the market for the print, distribution, and commercial aspects of its graduation certificates. This is in anticipation of a future public contract and is being conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023.
The purpose of this engagement is to:
Gauge the current landscape of services and capabilities.
Explore potential solutions and innovations.
Inform the development of our requirements and tender documents.
Identify potential suppliers for the future contract.
We will host a series of online one-to-one sessions on Wednesday 10th and Thursday 11th September 2025. Suppliers will have the opportunity to discuss their offerings and provide feedback on our potential requirements.
Interested parties should note that this is a fact-finding exercise and not part of a formal tender process. All information exchanged will be treated fairly and transparently.
How to Participate:
Suppliers wishing to participate in this engagement are invited to email procurement@brookes.ac.uk to request a slot for an online discussion.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052337-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 10 Oct 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX3 0BP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Oxford |
| Electoral ward | Churchill |
| Westminster constituency | Oxford East |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79823000 - Printing and delivery services
- 79824000 - Printing and distribution services

## Release History

- 29 Aug 2025 at 09:58 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052337-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052337-2025
  29th August 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.brookes.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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