Scope
Reference
LJMU2511
Description
This procurement is divided into four lots;
Lot 1 - Digital Print - Small and Large jobs
Lot 2 - Large Format Print
Lot 3 - Estate Signage
Lot 4 - Specialist print - Degree Certificates
Commercial tool
Establishes an open framework
Total value (estimated)
- £1,097,986.72 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 March 2026 to 28 February 2030
- Possible extension to 28 February 2034
- 8 years
Description of possible extension:
Possible Extension after 4 year please refer to the tender documents
Main procurement category
Services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Lot constraints
Description of how multiple lots may be awarded:
There is no restriction to the number of lots that suppliers can bid for.
Not the same for all lots
CPV classifications are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
Lot 1. Digital Print - Small and Large Jobs
Description
Please refer to the tender documents
Lot value (estimated)
- £177,186 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 79810000 - Printing services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Large Format Print
Description
Please refer to tender documents
Lot value (estimated)
- £180,017 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 79800000 - Printing and related services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Estate Signage
Description
Please refer to ITT documents
Lot value (estimated)
- £400,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 34928470 - Signage
- 79800000 - Printing and related services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 4. Specialist Print Degree Certificates
Description
Please refer to the tender documents for Lot 4
Lot value (estimated)
- £340,800 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 79132000 - Certification services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Open framework scheme end date (estimated)
28 April 2034
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
Please refer to the tender documents
Award method when using the framework
Without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Digital Print - Small and Large Jobs
Lot 2. Large Format Print
Lot 3. Estate Signage
Lot 4. Specialist Print Degree Certificates
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
12 January 2026, 12:00pm
Submission type
Tenders
Tender submission deadline
19 January 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Please submit documents via https://in-tendhost.co.uk/ljmu/aspx/Home
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
9 February 2026
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 1 September 2033
Award criteria
Lot 1. Digital Print - Small and Large Jobs
Lot 3. Estate Signage
Lot 4. Specialist Print Degree Certificates
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Management of Contract/Business Fit | Quality | 70% |
| Full Lifecycle Costing | Cost | 20% |
| Social Value | Quality | 10% |
Lot 2. Large Format Print
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Management of Contract/Business Fit | Quality | 70% |
| Full Lifecycle Cost | Cost | 20% |
| Social Value | Quality | 10% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Competitive flexible procedure description
Stage One - PSQ - to assess capability of bidders and shortlist to Stage Two (ITT), the documents for
stage two have been included for bidders to ascertain what will be expected should they be
shortlisted. Stage Two ITT documents must not be completed unless you are invited to do so.
Stage two - ITT - contract specific questions
Stage three - Samples
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/ljmu/aspx/Home
all details within the ITT document located here https://in-tendhost.co.uk/ljmu/aspx/Home
Contracting authority
Liverpool John Moores University
- UK Register of Learning Providers (UKPRN number): 10003957
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVBW-3417-ZCNN
Student Life Building, 10 Copperas Hill
Liverpool
L3 5AH
United Kingdom
Email: PurchaseOrderQueries@ljmu.ac.uk
Website: http://www.ljmu.ac.uk/
Region: UKD72 - Liverpool
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government