Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c34-bc22-70c4-9edb-ccef70efef86/contract-for-the-provision-of-a-printing-framework awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Contract for the Provision of a Printing Framework [Gateshead Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/gateshead-council) Estimated value £200,000 Published 12 Apr 2019 Deadline Closed 17 May 2019 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Gateshead Council (the Council) is looking to implement an external printing framework contract with a number of qualified and experienced Contractors to supplement the work of its internal Central Print Unit (Print Point). The Framework will be divided into two Lots. Contractors will be required to provide all, or some, of the following services: - Lot 1 To provide a range of printed material ranging in nature from simple forms and one- or two-colour leaflets to full colour brochures: • Offset/Litho Print including Finishing • Web Print including Finishing • Finishing is included as appropriate and includes but is not limited to: Die-cut, Lamination, Encapsulation, Fold/crease/score, Perfect Binding, Perforation, Embossing, Foil Blocking, Eye Letting, Spot UV, Numbering External print will vary in type, size, quantity and complexity depending on the individual job. The range could include posters, leaflets, brochures, die-cut folders. - Lot 2 To provide large format print, including: • Large Format • Bridge Banners • Pull Up Banners • Large Foamex Boards • Vehicle Signage • Finishing is included as appropriate and includes but is not limited to: Stitching, Eyeletting, Laminating, Mounting Go to [nepo.org](https://www.nepo.org) to access tender documents. ## CPV classification Printing services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/12d6adfd-fb49-4b1f-84cf-1b337cde17b7) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. [Track tenders free](https://tendernation.io/register) [Buyer profile Gateshead Council: past awards and live tenders](https://tendernation.io/buyers/gateshead-council) [Sector More Business services tenders](https://tendernation.io/sectors/business-services) ## More tenders like this [CA18489 - Askham Bryan College - Provision for External Audit Services · Askham Bryan College · 27 days left · 16 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1594a-59c0-7116-83f2-f6a8be15db7d/ca18489-askham-bryan-college-provision-for-external-audit-services) [Askham Bryan College - Provision for External Audit Services · Askham Bryan College · 27 days left · 16 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1599c-ceed-7243-ac52-e8ffe216e03f/askham-bryan-college-provision-for-external-audit-services) [Institutional Strengthening and Capability Development Plan for Disaster Risk Management in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa · Dai Global UK Ltd · 15 days left · 4 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1594a-5b90-70f0-bfba-b41855fc1036/institutional-strengthening-and-capability-development-plan-for-disaster-risk-ma) [Tech support for the dev. of the PCF requirements of the NHS Supplier Roadmap · NHS England · 20 days left · 9 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1592e-e8f3-706b-9ddc-5c6a732dbed6/tech-support-for-the-dev-of-the-pcf-requirements-of-the-nhs-supplier-roadmap) [CCHA 0328 Legal Services Framework for Land and Development · Castles and Coasts · 35 days left · 24 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a158c1-081f-701f-9487-6053b00296f6/ccha-0328-legal-services-framework-for-land-and-development) [Evaluation consultancy services – Achiziția de Servicii de evaluare a Strategiei Naționale de Specializare Inteligentă (SNCISI) 2022-2027 precum și a Planului Național de Cercetare Dezvoltare și Inovare 2022-2027 (PNCDI IV) · Autoritatea Nationala pentru Cercetare · 14 days left · 3 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a156a9-ff29-70e9-8ce7-e1917b432c09/romania-evaluation-consultancy-services-achizitia-de-servicii-de-evaluare-a)