Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
Abertay University
Bell Street
Dundee
DD1 1HG
Contact
Nicci Robertson
Telephone
+44 1382308995
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UK - United Kingdom
Internet address(es)
Main address
Buyer's address
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00103
one.2) Information about joint procurement
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
one.5) Main activity
Education
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Provision of Print Services
Reference number
002-AU-PRO-2526
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 79810000 - Printing services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.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.
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: Yes
two.1.7) Total value of the procurement (excluding VAT)
Value excluding VAT: £7,782
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Prospectus
Lot No
1
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 79810000 - Printing services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City
Main site or place of performance
Abertay University
Bell Street
Dundee
DD1 1HG
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Printing and Storage of the University’s Undergraduate Prospectus
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Prospectus / Weighting: 30
Quality criterion - Name: Design / Weighting: 5
Quality criterion - Name: Material / Weighting: 15
Quality criterion - Name: Cover Finish / Weighting: 5
Quality criterion - Name: Proof / Weighting: 20
Quality criterion - Name: Production and Distribution / Weighting: 20
Quality criterion - Name: Storage and Future Delivery / Weighting: 5
Price - Weighting: 40
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Short Print Run
Lot No
2
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 79810000 - Printing services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City
Main site or place of performance
Abertay University
Bell Street
Dundee
DD1 1HG
two.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
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Short Run Print / Weighting: 20
Quality criterion - Name: Quotes / Weighting: 15
Quality criterion - Name: Processing and Ordering / Weighting: 15
Quality criterion - Name: Proofs / Weighting: 20
Quality criterion - Name: Response Times / Weighting: 15
Quality criterion - Name: Delivery / Weighting: 15
Price - Weighting: 40
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
four.2) Administrative information
four.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure
Notice number: 2025/S 000-046394
Section five. Award of contract
Lot No
1
Title
Prospectus
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
20 October 2025
five.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 6
Number of tenders received from SMEs: 0
Number of tenders received from tenderers from other EU Member States: 0
Number of tenders received from tenderers from non-EU Member States: 0
Number of tenders received by electronic means: 6
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Belmont Press Limited
Sheaf Close, Lodge Farm Industrial Estate, Sheaf Close, Lodge Farm Industrial Estate
Northampton
NN5 7UZ
Telephone
+44 1604596526
Fax
+44 1604596540
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City
The contractor is an SME
No
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Total value of the contract/lot: £7,782
Section five. Award of contract
Lot No
2
Title
Short Print Run
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
20 October 2025
five.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 8
Number of tenders received from SMEs: 1
Number of tenders received from tenderers from other EU Member States: 0
Number of tenders received from tenderers from non-EU Member States: 0
Number of tenders received by electronic means: 8
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
ESP Colour Limited
Millbuck Close,, Elgin Drive
Swindon
SN2 8XU
joe.billingham@espcolour.co.uk
Telephone
+44 7355282346
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UK - United Kingdom
The contractor is an SME
No
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Total value of the contract/lot: £2,071.90
Section six. Complementary information
six.3) Additional information
(SC Ref:813576)
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
Dundee Sherriff and Justice of the Peace Courts
6 West Bell Street
Dundee
DD1 9AD
Country
United Kingdom
six.4.2) Body responsible for mediation procedures
Dundee Sherriff and Justice of the Peace Courts
6 West Bell Street
Dundee
DD1 9AD
Country
United Kingdom