LUV01078 The supply of promotional items

Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: Conditions for opening of tenders Instead of: 08 August 2022 Time: 12:00 Read New: 15 August 2022 Time: 12:00 Other additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs).

However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

The purpose of this procurement exercise is to award a framework agreement to up to 3 suppliers for the provision of promotional items, to last from 1st October 2022 for at least 3 years, with the option to extend for a final 12 months.

The University purchases branded goods for a number of purposes, including to support student recruitment, to encourage philanthropy and promote the University's brand and positioning.

The University wishes suppliers on the framework to actively encourage colleagues to purchase promotional items •In quantities which avoid wastage •That are functional (i.e. serve a useful purpose) and low environmental impact.