Award

Framework for Printing and Mailing for Electoral Services

NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

16 May 2019 at 12:10

Tender

03 Dec 2018 at 11:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Northampton Borough Council has initiated a procurement process titled "Framework for Printing and Mailing for Electoral Services," aimed at providing comprehensive printing and mailing services for electoral needs. This procurement falls under the category of "Printing and related services" and has a total estimated value of £4,000,000. The procurement method is open, allowing a wider array of suppliers to participate. Key dates include the tender period, which ended on 11 January 2019, and the contract period running from 1 May 2019 to 30 April 2023. The services will be delivered across various locations, including the United Kingdom and overseas territories.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in printing and mailing services, particularly those capable of handling government-related contracts. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the suitability assessment is favourable towards them. Competitors should have expertise in processing voter-related materials, managing bulk printing, and executing mailing logistics. Engaging in this framework can help businesses expand their portfolios by partnering with a local authority on critical electoral processes.

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Notice Title

Framework for Printing and Mailing for Electoral Services

Notice Description

Northampton Borough Council (NBC) wishes to invite Tenders for the supply of goods and services in respect of framework for printing and mailing for electoral services. The Scope of Services: - The printing of voter registration forms, information leaflets and envelopes for the purpose of the annual canvass and on going registration; - The printing of poll cards and absent vote poll cards for the purpose of elections and referenda; - The printing of ballot papers for elections, by-elections and referenda; - The printing of Postal Voting Packs (including outer envelope, Envelope A, Envelope B, Postal Vote Statement, instructions sheet) for elections and referenda. One Piece Mailer method is required; - Postal Vote Refresh Letters and Reminders. This includes the enclosing, sealing and posting as required by contracting authorities; - Associated mail house functions including extracting, enclosing, sealing and posting. The scope of services may change in accordance with legislation. To register your interest and download the project documents please visit the LGSS Procurement e-tendering portal (ProContract) at http://www.lgssprocurementportal.co.uk.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6373566c-ff5c-4362-9807-c727fe346c45
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80754ed7-e666-4d64-87dc-423a4c4f9522
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Other - Open
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79800000 - Printing and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 May 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20196 years ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2019 - 30 Apr 2023 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK9 3EJ
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Central Milton Keynes
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

ADARE SEC

ELECTORAL REFORM SERVICES

PRINT IMAGE NETWORK

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