Contract notice
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
Abertay University
Bell Street
Dundee
DD1 1HG
UK
Contact person: Nicci Robertson
Telephone: +44 1382308995
E-mail: procurement@abertay.ac.uk
NUTS: UK
Internet address(es)
Main address: http://www.abertay.ac.uk
Address of the buyer profile: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00103
I.2) Joint procurement
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body
I.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge at:
https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/go/9635627801987E4CD6BD
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be sent electronically to:
https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/go/9635627801987E4CD6BD
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
I.5) Main activity
Education
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
Provision of Print Services
Reference number: 002-AU-PRO-2526
II.1.2) Main CPV code
79810000
II.1.3) Type of contract
Services
II.1.4) Short description
Abertay University is seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced suppliers to deliver a comprehensive range of Print Services to support the University’s operational, academic, and promotional activities.
We are looking for suppliers who can demonstrate a strong track record in providing high-quality, cost-effective, and sustainable print solutions.
Suppliers should be able to offer flexible turnaround times, consistent quality assurance, and environmentally responsible practices aligned with the University’s sustainability goals.
This is an exciting opportunity to partner with Abertay University and contribute to the delivery of professional and impactful printed materials across a dynamic and innovative academic environment.
II.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT:
240 000.00
GBP
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
Yes
Tenders may be submitted for all lots
II.2) Description
Lot No: 1
II.2.1) Title
Prospectus
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
79810000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKM71
Main site or place of performance:
Abertay University
Bell Street
Dundee
DD1 1HG
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Printing and Storage of the University’s Undergraduate Prospectus
II.2.5) Award criteria
Criteria below:
Quality criterion: Prospectus
/ Weighting: 30
Quality criterion: Design
/ Weighting: 5
Quality criterion: Material
/ Weighting: 15
Quality criterion: Cover Finish
/ Weighting: 5
Quality criterion: Proof
/ Weighting: 20
Quality criterion: Production and Distribution
/ Weighting: 20
Quality criterion: Storage and Future Delivery
/ Weighting: 5
Price
/ Weighting:
40
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
60 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 36
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
24 months extension period
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
Lot No: 2
II.2.1) Title
Short Print Run
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
79810000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKM71
Main site or place of performance:
Abertay University
Bell Street
Dundee
DD1 1HG
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Standard stationery; All general sheet-fed work (four colour process, spot colour and digital) to include booklet, posters, leaflets; and Large Format Colour Printing
II.2.5) Award criteria
Criteria below:
Quality criterion: Short Run Print
/ Weighting: 20
Quality criterion: Quotes
/ Weighting: 15
Quality criterion: Processing and Ordering
/ Weighting: 15
Quality criterion: Proofs
/ Weighting: 20
Quality criterion: Response Times
/ Weighting: 15
Quality criterion: Delivery
/ Weighting: 15
Price
/ Weighting:
40
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
150 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 36
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
24 Months extension period
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
Section III: Legal, economic, financial and technical information
III.1) Conditions for participation
III.1.2) Economic and financial standing
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
III.1.3) Technical and professional ability
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
III.2) Conditions related to the contract
III.2.3) Information about staff responsible for the performance of the contract
Obligation to indicate the names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to performing the contract
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
IV.1.3) Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system
The procurement involves the establishment of a framework agreement with several operators.
Envisaged maximum number of participants to the framework agreement: 3
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
Yes
IV.2) Administrative information
IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date:
05/09/2025
Local time: 12:00
IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
EN
IV.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders
Date:
08/09/2025
Local time: 12:00
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement:
No
VI.2) Information about electronic workflows
Electronic ordering will be used
Electronic invoicing will be accepted
Electronic payment will be used
VI.3) Additional information
The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 29826. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
(SC Ref:806497)
VI.4) Procedures for review
VI.4.1) Review body
Dundee Sherriff and Justice of the Peace Courts
6 West Bell Street
Dundee
DD1 9AD
UK
VI.4.2) Body responsible for mediation procedures
Dundee Sherriff and Justice of the Peace Courts
6 West Bell Street
Dundee
DD1 9AD
UK
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
06/08/2025