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Electoral Printing Services 2026

LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON

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04 Aug 2026 at 14:35

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Merton is seeking providers for its "Electoral Printing Services 2026" under an open procedure. This tender is in the services category, specifically focusing on printing services, with a value of £1,250,000. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage with the tender period ending on 7th September 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st December 2026 and conclude on 29th November 2030. The services are required to be delivered across England, United Kingdom. Businesses interested in this opportunity must note these key dates to ensure timely submission and potential participation.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in printing services, particularly those capable of handling large-scale electoral materials. SMEs are deemed suitable for this contract, suggesting opportunities for smaller businesses to expand their client base within the public sector. The open procedure allows any qualified business to submit a bid, making it ideal for companies looking to enter or grow within the public procurement market. Companies that can provide high-quality and efficient electoral printing services might find this contract particularly beneficial in elevating their reputation and fostering long-term business growth within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Electoral Printing Services 2026

Notice Description

The London Borough of Merton require a provider for electoral printing services.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76e8efc9-2f75-47cf-9c31-0b9441a221be
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79810000 - Printing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
7 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2026 - 29 Nov 2030 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MORDEN
Postcode
SM4 5DX
Post Town
Sutton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Merton
Electoral Ward
Merton Park
Westminster Constituency
Wimbledon

Further Information

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