---
title: "AT1478 Communications Print Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0697be"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LUTON COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-13"
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# AT1478 Communications Print Services

Buyer: LUTON COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0697be

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## Summary

The procurement process for Luton Council's "AT1478 Communications Print Services" has reached its completion stage. The contract, which is focused on printing and related services, involves two lots: Standard Promotional Print and Large-Format and Specialist Print. Located in Luton, the project is classified under the sub-central government public authority sector and is being orchestrated by Luton Council. The competitive procurement process was conducted via a limited method, indicating it was below the threshold for open competition. The contract was awarded on 5th May 2026, and it is set to be active until 19th April 2027, with the potential for two one-year extensions, bringing its total possible duration to April 2029.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in printing services, particularly those specialising in promotional and large-format printing. The chosen supplier, BARTHAM PRESS (WATFORD) LIMITED, exemplifies the type of small to medium-sized enterprise that can benefit from such contracts. Engaging in government contracts can lead to business growth by providing stable income streams and opportunities to enhance service offerings and operations. The contract's limited competition method suggests that well-prepared and regionally present businesses may also have a strong chance of success in similar future procurements.

## Notice

AT1478 Communications Print Services Lot 1: Standard promotional print Lot 2: Large-Format and specialist print

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043937-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 4 May 2026 - 19 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £170,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LUTON COUNCIL |
| Locality | LUTON |
| Post town | Luton |
| Postcode | LU1 2BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH21 Luton |
| Local authority | Luton |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Luton South and South Bedfordshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BARTHAM PRESS (WATFORD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79800000 - Printing and related services

## Release History

- 13 May 2026 at 13:03 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043937-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043937-2026
  13th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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