Tender

Electoral Printing Services

COPELAND BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

06 Jun 2018 at 15:14

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Copeland Borough Council is inviting tenders for the "Electoral Printing Services" contract, centred in the North West region of the United Kingdom. This open procurement process focuses on delivering comprehensive electoral printing services, including ballot papers and poll cards, required for both parliamentary and local elections. The tender period will conclude on 6th July 2018, with the contract anticipated to commence on 30th November 2018 and continuing until 29th November 2021. The total contract value is estimated at £320,000 and falls under the industry category of digital printing services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in printing and distribution services, particularly those with experience in handling large-scale electoral-related projects. Companies that can demonstrate their ability to meet strict timelines and comply with electoral standards, such as those set by the Electoral Commission, will be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Firms with expertise in project management and capacity for handling high-volume print services should consider this opportunity to expand their portfolio and strengthen their market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Electoral Printing Services

Notice Description

Copeland Borough Council is seeking to appoint a service provider for the provision of all electoral printing services to the Council. The contract will be for the printing and supply of ballot papers, poll cards and postal ballot packs, including making up and despatch of packs to electors, for Parliamentary and Local elections and local and national referendums. Printing and despatch of all annual canvass forms including HEF's, ITR's, Confirmation/Review letters, and associated work. The service provider must have the necessary expertise and capacity to deliver major projects to tight timescales, and must be familiar with and be able to meet the required standards of the relevant professional and/or regulatory bodies including the Electoral Commission.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/051e853e-f3aa-46ff-a6c1-58eed403442c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79811000 - Digital printing services

79823000 - Printing and delivery services

79824000 - Printing and distribution services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£320,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jun 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jul 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Nov 2018 - 29 Nov 2021 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COPELAND BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WHITEHAVEN
Postcode
CA28 7SJ
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Kells and Sandwith
Westminster Constituency
Whitehaven and Workington

Further Information

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