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title: "Award notice for Framework Agreement for Graphic Design Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000503371"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2018-04-10"
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# Award notice for Framework Agreement for Graphic Design Services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000503371

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow is currently in the process of awarding a Framework Agreement for Graphic Design Services, a procurement initiative aimed at enhancing its marketing and communication capabilities. This process is classified under the 'services' category, with the procurement stage at the award phase following the completion of the tender. The agreement encompasses two lots, focusing on both simple graphic design for print and digital platforms, as well as more complex brand and design services. Key deadlines include the tender being initially announced on July 7, 2017, and the contract awards issued in March 2018, with active contracts for distinct services based in Glasgow.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in graphic design and related creative services. Firms providing simple graphic solutions, as well as those offering comprehensive branding and design services, would find this an attractive competitive opportunity. Businesses looking to expand their market reach in the education sector, particularly those with experience in collaborative projects, could leverage the University of Glasgow's established frameworks to gain a foothold in ongoing and future marketing initiatives at the institution.

## Notice

Award notice for PURCH1505 Framework Agreement for Graphic Design Services.

### Lot Information

Simple straightforward graphic design for print and digital output

Award notice for Lot 1 - simple straightforward graphic design for print and digital output (e.g. posters, flyers, brochures, adverts, infographics).

Renewal: The University may wish to extend the agreement 2 x 12 Month periods

Complex brand and design services across a range of media.

Award notice for Lot 2 - Complex brand and design services across a range of media, requiring consultative input, creative concept and brand development, additional services such as copywriting, microsite development, art direction and photography.

Renewal: The University may wish to extend the agreement 2 x 12 Month periods.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR316492 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G12 8QQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Hillhead |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79822500 - Graphic design services

## Release History

- 10 Apr 2018 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR316492
- 7 Jul 2017 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL288877

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL288877&idx=6
  1st August 2017 - PURCH1505 - ESPD Qualification sheet in 1997-2003 format.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL288877&idx=5
  24th July 2017 - PURCH1505 - ESPD Sub Contractors
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL288877&idx=1
  10th July 2017 - PURCH1505 - Contract Notice.docx
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL288877&idx=2
  10th July 2017 - PURCH1505 - ESPD Project Information.docx
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL288877&idx=3
  10th July 2017 - PURCH1505 - ESPD Technical Qualification.xlsx
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL288877&idx=4
  10th July 2017 - PURCH1505 - ESPD Qualification.xlsx
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL288877
  Framework Agreement for Graphic Design Services - PURCH1505 Framework Agreement for Graphic Design Services. The University wishes to award a Framework Agreement for Graphic Design Services due to the current Framework coming to an end in Jan 2018. The graphic design services required are for print and digital output that covers a range of marketing collateral from small and medium-sized publications to large-scale marketing campaigns. The University's Marketing, Recruitment & International Office and Procurement Office have managed the current framework for the past four years to meet the needs of all University activity. This has been a success and is a model that will be used for the new framework. The appointed agencies must be able to provide the same level of service, input and accuracy as our in-house team ensuring the University's brand identity, reputation, quality and key messages are promoted at every opportunity.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR316492
  Award notice for Framework Agreement for Graphic Design Services - Award notice for PURCH1505 Framework Agreement for Graphic Design Services.

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