Source: https://tendernation.io/frameworks/RM6297 RM6297 · PCR15 Framework # Print and Digital Communications Fully managed end-to-end print products and services, covering services such as bulk printing, direct mail and secure print. Closed to new suppliers New suppliers can only get on when it is re-tendered. It runs until 27 Dec 2028. [Get call-off alerts](https://tendernation.io/register) [Official page on gca.gov.uk](https://www.gca.gov.uk/agreements/RM6297) - [9 suppliers on it](#suppliers) - [2 lots](#lots) - Dec 2028 agreement ends Oct 2024 to Dec 2028 · 48% through ## What is RM6297? RM6297 Print and Digital Communications is a framework run by the Government Commercial Agency (formerly Crown Commercial Service), in its Hardware category. It has 2 lots and 9 suppliers. It runs from 14 October 2024 to 27 December 2028. How to join: New suppliers cannot join it now. The next chance is when it is re-tendered, before it ends on 27 December 2028. We have matched 22 published award notices to RM6297, from 17 buyers. ### Buyers that have used it - [UK Shared Business Services Limited 3 awards](https://tendernation.io/buyers/uk-shared-business-services-limited) - [Crown Commercial Service 2 awards](https://tendernation.io/buyers/crown-commercial-service) - [ICS on behalf of DSIT and DESNZ 2 awards](https://tendernation.io/buyers/ics-on-behalf-of-dsit-and-desnz) - [The National Lottery Community Fund 2 awards](https://tendernation.io/buyers/the-national-lottery-community-fund) - [British Transport Police 1 award](https://tendernation.io/buyers/british-transport-police) - [Care Quality Commission 1 award](https://tendernation.io/buyers/care-quality-commission) ## About this framework A UK wide agreement available to all public sector organisations. This agreement is for customers who need the support and expertise of a print manager. It will be made up of two lots: - Lot 1: single supplier and you can buy from this lot by direct award only - Lot 2: multiple suppliers and is available through further competition only If you need access to a simple way to buy print and do not need the support of a print management supplier, you should use our Print Marketplace agreement. Services available under this agreement include: - Command and house paper services (available through lot 1 only) - Bulk printing - Full range of print products (including envelopes, labels, folders) - Operational print (including brochures, leaflets, business cards, business stationary) - Finishing services (binding, stamping, embossing or laminating) - A range of alternative formats (such as easy read, large print, alternative languages, audio and braille) - Secure print services and secure print items - Print stock management and distribution - Digital solutions and other methods of print output / delivery - Pre-production services (content creation, digital asset management, typesetting, proofreading and translation services) digital solutions and transformation services including data and content across multiple platforms and devices, including email, SMS, and website election print and election mailing services Associated print services are available if needed. These services are not designed to be used separately and can only be accessed as part of an overall print management service. These services are: - Scanning and microfiche services - Secure shredding of confidential waste - Media duplication services This agreement will run for 4 years. Customer call-off contracts should be for up to 4 years and can begin any time before the end of the agreement. The duration of call-off contracts can be made up of either a full 4 years or for an initial period with options to extend. Command and house paper services This service has been set up for government organisations who need to lay documents before parliament. This service can only be accessed through lot 1 of this framework. The lot 1 supplier can fully manage your Command and house paper service needs and will provide you with an end-to-end service. This will include all pre-production services (such as artwork, design and editorial services) and printing services as well as delivery to parliament. When accessing Command and house paper services it is advised to engage with the supplier HH Global early to make sure that they fully know and understand your needs. To contact HH Global please send them an email on commandandhouse.team@hhglobal.com. ### Why buyers use it - A single place for all your printing needs - Suppliers will manage the operational delivery of your print needs (including supply chain sourcing and management) - We can provide for complex print needs in a secure environment - Suppliers will use their expertise and guidance to help you achieve savings - Suppliers will help customers move away from traditional print solutions and offer support with digital solutions where needed - Ability to define your specific needs during the call off process (such as working with local supply chains) - Quality assurance ### Key facts Agreement number RM6297 Type PCR15 Framework Category Hardware Pillar Technology Status Live Started 14 Oct 2024 Ends 27 Dec 2028 From the Government Commercial Agency (formerly Crown Commercial Service). Buyer guides, documents and how to buy are on the [official RM6297 page](https://www.gca.gov.uk/agreements/RM6297). ## Lots 2 lots. Suppliers win a place on a lot, and buyers call off work from the lot that fits their need. 1. Lot 1 Print and Digital Communications (Direct Award including Command & House Papers) 2. Lot 2 Print and Digital Communications (Further Competition) ## Open call-offs Live notices that mention RM6297. Only suppliers already on the framework can bid for these. No open notice mentions RM6297 right now. Most call-offs run privately between the buyer and framework suppliers, so few are published. We check every new notice and can email you when one appears. [Get call-off alerts](https://tendernation.io/register) ## Suppliers 9 Companies with a place on RM6297. 9 have contract awards we have tracked; open one to see what they win. - [Adare SEC](https://tendernation.io/suppliers/adare-sec) - [APS Group](https://tendernation.io/suppliers/aps-group) - [CDS PRINT SERVICES LTD](https://tendernation.io/suppliers/cds-print-services) - [CUBIQUITY LIMITED](https://tendernation.io/suppliers/cubiquity) - [H H ASSOCIATES LIMITED](https://tendernation.io/suppliers/h-h-associates) - [HYPER TALENT SOLUTIONS LTD](https://tendernation.io/suppliers/hyper-talent-solutions) - [MBA GROUP LIMITED](https://tendernation.io/suppliers/mba-group) - [PSL PRINT MANAGEMENT LTD](https://tendernation.io/suppliers/psl-print-management) - [XEROX (UK) LIMITED](https://tendernation.io/suppliers/xerox) Know when this framework reopens TenderNation emails you new tenders that fit, including published call-offs, and shows which frameworks your competitors are on. 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