Tender

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Elections and Canvass Printing Tender

TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

21 Oct 2021 at 07:55

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council is seeking a qualified print contractor for the "Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Elections and Canvass Printing Tender". This tender, classified under business services for printing, is focused on producing electoral documents for various elections and referendums scheduled by the Council. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, having been released on 20th October 2021, with a deadline for expressions of interest set for 12:00 pm on 12th November 2021, and the final submission deadline on 12:00 pm, 19th November 2021. The successful contractor will begin work on 3rd January 2022, continuing until 1st January 2026, and is required to maintain strict security and professionalism in data management throughout the contract duration.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the printing and electoral services sector, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that can demonstrate expertise in large-scale printing operations and efficiency in complying with strict delivery schedules would be well-suited to compete. The collaboration with the Council's Election team will offer a chance to showcase capabilities in data management and document security, further enhancing business visibility and growth potential in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Elections and Canvass Printing Tender

Notice Description

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) is looking to procure a suitable equipped and qualified print contractor to produce a range of Electoral documents. The Council holds scheduled elections each May by thirds, parish, county, regional and national elections, referendums, and an annual canvass. The successful tenderer must be able to produce all the required documents and signage and ensure they are delivered securely to a strict timetable. The successful tenderer will be expected to work alongside the Council's Election team to ensure all data is managed in a secure and professional manner. Tenderers will need to register on the Kent Business Portal (free to register) to express an interest in this opportunity. Key Dates & Timeline for Procurement Tender release: Wednesday 20th October 2021 Expression of Interest Deadline: 12:00pm Wednesday 12th November 2021 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm Friday 19th November 2021 Evaluation: w/c Monday 22nd November 2021 Interviews: To be advised. Appointment of contractor: w/c Monday 6th December 2021

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-884c4eb5-7942-4444-8c40-b34c4fa1fa08
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c7c007b-8b30-4d13-88b1-cd707004578c
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Jan 2022 - 1 Jan 2026 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
TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Postcode
TN1 1RS
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
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
Tunbridge Wells
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Tunbridge Wells

Further Information

Notice Documents

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