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Hybrid Mail (Outgoing Mail) Services

WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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02 Jan 2026 at 15:53

Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council has concluded the award process for the "Hybrid Mail (Outgoing Mail) Services" under the CCS Postal Services and Solutions Framework (RM6280), Lot 6. The contract, awarded to PSL Print Management Ltd, focuses on postal services, including print, fulfilment, and despatch of outbound correspondence valued at £1,750,000. This selective procurement uses a call-off from a framework agreement method. The initial contract period spans two years beginning on 4th January 2026, with an option to extend for up to two additional years, contingent on performance and compliance with framework terms. The services will be delivered in the East Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for large-scale service providers specializing in mailing solutions and distribution. Although suitable for larger enterprises, smaller businesses may still find opportunities within the larger framework ecosystem, potentially as sub-contractors or partners with PSL Print Management Ltd. The framework facilitates a streamlined approach to procurement, making it an attractive option for businesses aiming to establish or expand their operations within the postal and print service industries. Participating in such framework agreements allows businesses to access stable contracts and build lasting relationships with public sector entities like West Northamptonshire Council.

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Notice Title

Hybrid Mail (Outgoing Mail) Services

Notice Description

This contract award relates to a direct award by West Northamptonshire Council under the CCS Postal Services and Solutions Framework (RM6280), Lot 6. The contract covers hybrid mail services including print, fulfilment and despatch of outbound correspondence. The award was made via a compliant direct award framework call-off. The contract has an initial term of two (2) years, with the option for the Council to extend for up to two further periods of twelve (12) months, subject to performance and in line with the framework terms. Extensions are optional and at the sole discretion of the Council.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92740255-20b8-4a00-90ce-678f52f184bc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

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


CPV Codes

64110000 - Postal services

79824000 - Printing and distribution services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,750,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,750,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
4 Jan 2026 - 3 Jan 2028 1-2 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
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@westnorthants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PSL PRINT MANAGEMENT

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