Tender

Election Print Services

PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

21 Oct 2022 at 13:54

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Portsmouth City Council is seeking tenders for election print services, including printing and mailing of polling letters, postal voting packs, and ballot papers for upcoming elections within the council's area. The estimated value of the 3-year contract is £250,000, with potential extension. The contract period starts in January 2023 and ends in January 2026. The tender deadline is November 23, 2022. This procurement falls under the goods main procurement category and uses an open procedure.

This tender by Portsmouth City Council presents an opportunity for suppliers in the printed matter industry to secure a long-term contract for election-related materials. Businesses offering print and mailing services are well-suited to compete for this opportunity. The contract encompasses multiple elections, including City Council and Parliamentary elections, providing a stable revenue stream for the successful supplier over several years. Interested parties can find further details on how to apply on the Portsmouth City Council's procurement website.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Election Print Services

Notice Description

Portsmouth City Council ('the council') is inviting tenders from suitably qualified suppliers to provide election print materials for any election or referendum occurring during the contract period. The following items are included in the invitation: Printing and mailing of polling letters Printing of postal voting packs Printing of ballot papers The materials are to be provided in respect of any election or referendum held within the Portsmouth City Council local authority area. Portsmouth City Council has an electorate of approximately 150,000 across two parliamentary constituencies and 14 City Council wards. The following elections are anticipated in the initial contract period: City Council elections in May 2023 City Council and Police & Crime Commissioner elections in May 2024 UK Parliamentary election by January 2025 The initial contract term will be for 3 years with the possibility of extending the term by a further 4 years to a maximum total term of 7 years in increments to be agreed, subject to the agreement and performance of both parties. The estimated value of the contract is PS250,000 over the initial 3 year period. Additional information: New Tender Notification -Election Print Services Please be advised Portsmouth City Council is currently in the process of seeking expressions of interest for the above project. Interested parties should logon to In-tend using the link below for further details. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/home To View the Tender Opportunities Hover over the Tenders tab and click on current, this will then show a list. If you are interested in any of those listed, click the View Details button for further information and to express your interest. This email has been sent to you as your company has registered its interest against the Business Category associated with this project. If you have any questions relating to tendering with Portsmouth City Council, please contact the City Councils Procurement Department by email on procurement@portsmouth.gov.uk or call us on 023 9268 8235. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff7be469-d659-4d9d-93eb-785744006360
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

CPV Codes

22000000 - Printed matter and related products

22900000 - Miscellaneous printed matter

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Nov 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Jan 2023 - 9 Jan 2026 2-3 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
PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HAMPSHIRE
Postcode
PO1 2BJ
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Charles Dickens
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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