Warehousing and distribution, merchandising and creative services

Typical annual spend across all services has been £50k- £100k pa, but this level is not guaranteed.

The Tender is for all areas of work.

However, if you wish to tender for one service area UKAD will consider the application.

Creative services: UKAD requires this support for several functions within UKAD, including the Education, Branding & Communications teams.

UKAD would look to procure a minimum of 650 hours per 12-month period.

From designing infographics & reports through to animations & merchandise, the requirements are varied and include: • Design of resources e.g. digital guides, eBooks, print based materials • Design & sourcing of merchandise (please see examples in the merchandise section below) • Design of social media assets such as infographics and templates • Design & production of animations • Design of brand work such as logos and guidelines (Comms and Brands like Clean Sport Week & 100%Me) • Physical assets, event stands, banners, programmes & other similar products (outreach assets) • Printing - training folders, programmes, wallet cards etc • Ability to create digital & print resources & assets that are accessible & meet minimum AA standards (this applies to all creative work) • Editorial & proof-reading Warehouse and distribution: UKAD requires a high-quality service that will enable its products & merchandise to be stored efficiently & safely.

The products & merchandise will to be easily accessible for dispatch as well as having an ordering system that is quick & simple to use.

Key criteria include: • Safe & secure storage of non-perishable items including clothing & merchandise • Distribution & delivery of items around the UK • Ability to receive return of goods from events (we arrange delivery to their warehouse) • Maintain accurate stock records (digital stock list so we can keep track of what they have along with any damage) • Digital or online order process • Next day delivery option • Proactive support regarding management of stock & improvement of management of life cycle • Pick & pack services Account management: • Quarterly meetings • Dedicated account management • Reports on time used, clear rollovers, account for how time is spent • Ability to work within Govt guidelines (value for money etc) Merchandise: The current merchandise requirements are as follows: • Clothing (e.g. hoodies, polo shirts, jackets etc.) • Roller banners and signage for events • Corporate merchandise e.g. diaries, mugs, pens, paper pads, cloth bags & notebooks • Education merchandise e.g.

Badges, pens, water bottles, sunglasses, headbands & activity games such as wheel of fortune • Corporate conferences, events & meetings Please consider that UKAD is actively looking to reduce its plastic consumption & improve its environmental impact.

Please also state the steps your organisation has taken to improve its environmental impact.

Tenders need to be submitted in accordance with the uploaded ITT.