Issue details

Award of Contract: External Print Management Service

In 2012, the Council entered into a 10-year outsourcing contract with Capita Plc to deliver a range of back-office support functions which is known as the ‘Support Services Outsource’ (SSO) contract. The outsourcing contract is due to expire at the end of September 2022. One service within the Capita contract is print management.

 

The current print management service operates as a neutral vendor model. It uses an online portal (Solprint XN) where the Council uploads details for print jobs and is then provided with a best value quote based on the criteria specified. The process is overseen for the organisation as a function of the Council’s Graphic Design team which sits within the Communications & Engagement team. The Graphic Design team supports directorates and services to access effective and efficient print options to support corporate aims and achieve best value for money. A procurement exercise has been undertaken for an external service from October 2022 under the same model, to ensure quality and value for money.

 

 

Decision type: Key

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Divisions affected: (All Divisions);

Notice of proposed decision first published: 01/04/2022

Decision due: August 2022 by Assistant Chief Executive

Lead member: Assistant Chief Executive

Contact: Nicholas Davis, Senior Communications & Engagement Manager Email: nicholas.davis@westsussex.gov.uk Tel: 022 033 26027.

Consultation process

Representation can be made via the officer contact.

Consultees

Cabinet Member for Support Services and Economic Development.

Democratic Services Contact: Suzannah Hill Tel: 033 022 22551

Decisions

Background papers

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