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| Source: | Find a Tender Service (FTS) |
| Notice Type: | Pipeline / planning |
| Buyer: | THE OPEN UNIVERSITY |
| Main Category: | Goods |
| Procurement Method: | — |
| Tender Status: | Complete |
| Estimated Value (ex. VAT): | Not specified |
| Release Date: | 28 January 2026 |
| Application Deadline: | 12 February 2026 |
| Contract Start Date: | 30 September 2026 (Estimated) |
| Contract End Date: | 30 September 2030 (Estimated) |
| Contract Duration: |
All 2 notices for this procurement, oldest first.
Printed Book Production/PME/PRO/2026
Printed Book Production/CFP/PRO/2026
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The Open University (OU) is preparing to initiate a future procurement activity for the provision of Printed Book Production Services to support the delivery of student course materials. The intended procurement is likely to result in the appointment of two suppliers under a framework style arrangement. This notice is issued to undertake Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) in order to:- - Gauge market interest, and - Gather information to inform the development of the future procurement strategy and tender documentation. Participation in the PME is voluntary and non binding. Indicative Scope (high level) The OU produces printed learning materials in a range of standard book formats and specifications. These typically include:- -Mono, two colour and four colour text -A range of trim sizes -A variety of binding formats -A mix of new titles and reprints produced in varying volumes. Further details are provided within the PME documentation. The total contract value is in the region of £5million across the framework and will alter with potential scope changes. It is anticipated that the contracts will be for a period of up to four years.
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| Procurement ID (OCID): | ocds-h6vhtk-061152 |
| Notice Reference: | 007760-2026 |