Multifunctional Devices and Associated Products and Services (including Print and Design)
Framework Description
Crescent Purchasing Consortium's Multifunctional Devices and Associated Products and Services (including Print and Design) framework started on 8 April 2025. It runs to 1 April 2028, with an option to extend by 12 months to 1 April 2029. It merges CPC's previous MFD and print and design frameworks into one agreement with two lots, so members can source office print and outsourced print and design together.
Context & Use Case
Colleges, universities, academies and schools use Lot 1 to lease or buy MFDs with associated print management, cloud print and automated invoice processing. They use Lot 2 for prospectuses, signage and other printed and designed material. Members make a direct award or run a mini-competition through CPC's MultiQuote portal, often comparing cost per page across several manufacturers.
Scope of Services
Lot 1: Multifunctional Devices and Associated Services Desktop to high-volume MFDs, supplies, software and support Print Management Cloud and Automated Invoice Processing Lot 2: Print and Design Services Lease or outright purchase options
Lots
Multifunctional Devices and Associated Services; Print and Design Services
Who Can Apply
Suits MFD manufacturers and dealers, print management providers and print and design houses. Appointed suppliers include Apogee, Aurora, Canon, Konica Minolta, Kyocera, Ricoh, Sharp and Xerox. Applications for this framework are closed, so others must wait for the re-tender around 2028.
Buyer Benefits
Print fleets are a recurring cost that members want to reduce and control. Buyers value lease or purchase choice, print management software that cuts waste, and digital tools such as automated invoice processing. They also gain one framework covering both devices and print and design work.
Next Steps
Appointed suppliers should prepare for MultiQuote competitions with clear cost-per-page models and digital transformation offers. Others should note the 1 April 2028 expiry and possible extension to 2029, and watch Find a Tender and CPC's pipeline. Dealers can also explore partnering with appointed manufacturers in the meantime.
How Athena Can Help
On this framework the competition is between the major manufacturers and their dealers. Athena's bid team helps you stand out in mini-competitions with lifetime-cost pricing models, sustainability win themes and competitor scoring.
For print and design firms or dealers aiming at the next round, we plan ahead through our framework registration specialists, covering lots, evidence and deadlines. Our public sector tender consultancy helps you decide where to bid alone and where to partner.
