Distribution of the Sandwell Herald 2024 to 2026

A Tender Notice
by SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Contract (Services)
Duration
2 year
Value
211K
Sector
BUSINESS
Published
18 Dec 2023
Delivery
05 Feb 2024 to 31 Jan 2026
Deadline
19 Jan 2024 15:00

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Location

Oldbury

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Description

The Sandwell Herald is the council’s newspaper for residents. The Herald is designed fully in-house and print is handled through a separate contract. Sandwell Council’s Communications and Corporate Affairs Team requires a contactor to handle the distribution of approximately 146,825 copies of the Sandwell Herald newspaper in line with its current look for up to six editions for the period 05 February 2024 to 31 January 2026. The number of editions over the two-year contract, pagination and quantities required will be subject to budget and demand. Public Health Booklets Distribution and Print Sandwell Council’s Public Health Team is expecting to publish up to three booklets over two years – this includes two winter booklets (anticipated to distribute in late November 2025 and late November 2026), with the potential for one further booklet at some point during the two-year contract.

Total Quantity or Scope

Sandwell Council’s Communications & Corporate Affairs Team requires a contactor to handle the distribution of approximately 146,825 copies of the Sandwell Herald newspaper in line with its current look for up to six editions for the period 05 February 2024 to 31 January 2026.

Renewal Options

Contract to be renewed in 2 years subject to future budgetary funding

CPV Codes

  • 79824000 - Printing and distribution services
  • 64111000 - Postal services related to newspapers and periodicals

Indicators

  • Bids should cover the whole contract.
  • This is a recurring contract.
  • Renewals are available.
  • Financial restrictions apply.
  • Professional qualifications are sought.
  • Award on basis of price and quality.

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