Issue - meetings

Cabinet considered a report, introduced by the Leader of the Council, which sought approval to award a framework agreement for Print and Associated Services.

RESOLVED:

1. That approval be given to award the framework agreement for Print and Associated Services to the contractors identified in the exempt part of the report for a period of four years from 1 February 2013 to 31 January 2017, as allowed under Contract Standing Order (CSO) 9.07 as the most economically advantageous tender.

2. That the contract should be monitored by the Council’s Communications and Marketing Team via key performance indicators in relation to jobs delivered on time, proportion of jobs declined as well as speed/response to complaints.

3. That it be noted that the service would continue to ensure value for money as contractors can ensure their prices remain competitive as they are able to update their prices to take advantage of prices changes in materials. In addition all jobs will be subject to competition via a web-based management system, so best prices per job are obtained on an ongoing basis.

Alternative options considered

No other options were available as this is a Part A or ‘priority service’ and as such is  subject to           the full requirements of European Union Procurement Regulations. Current suppliers therefore could not continue without a tender process taking place.

Reasons for Decision

To award a framework agreement for print and associated services.