Tender

Election Printing Services - Poll Cards, Ballot Papers, Postal Packs and Associated Documents

EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL

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07 Jan 2026 at 09:52

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Election Printing Services – Poll Cards, Ballot Papers, Postal Packs and Associated Documents" is being conducted by East Lindsey District Council, located in Horncastle, UK. This tender falls under the industry category of printed matter and related products and is currently at the tender stage. The key deadlines include an enquiry period ending on 26th January 2026, a tender submission end date on 6th February 2026, and an award period concluding on 4th March 2026. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, facilitating broad participation, and the services will be carried out in the East Lindsey District, Lincolnshire. The contract spans from 2026 to 2030, with a potential one-year extension, focusing on delivering essential election printing services within an electorate of approximately 110,000 residents.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in secure and high-quality electoral printing services. Suppliers possessing expertise in logistics, quality assurance, and data security will find this contract particularly lucrative. Businesses proficient in handling statutory deadlines and meeting exacting standards have the chance to significantly contribute to one of England's largest district areas' democratic processes. The tender prioritises criteria such as quality (50%), price (45%), and social value (5%), making it ideal for companies that can deliver innovative solutions while offering competitive pricing. To participate, companies must register on the PSPS electronic tendering portal.

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Notice Title

Election Printing Services - Poll Cards, Ballot Papers, Postal Packs and Associated Documents

Notice Description

ELDC seeks an experienced supplier to provide secure, high-quality, and timely Election Printing Services for all elections and referenda within East Lindsey District from 2026-2030, with an optional 12-month extension. The contract covers production and delivery of: Poll Cards Postal Packs (One Piece Mailer) Blank Postal Packs Ordinary & Tendered Ballot Papers Large Copy Ballot Papers Corresponding Number Lists (CNLs) Suppliers must demonstrate proven expertise in electoral printing and logistics, robust quality assurance, data security, and contingency planning. Strict statutory deadlines and standards apply. Location: East Lindsey District, Lincolnshire Electorate: Approx. 110,000 residents Opportunity: Contribute to the democratic process in one of England's largest district areas.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06009b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000917-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

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


CPV Codes

22000000 - Printed matter and related products

79810000 - Printing services

79820000 - Services related to printing

79823000 - Printing and delivery services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 15 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

PUBLIC SECTOR PARTNERSHIP SERVICES

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@pspsl.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HORNCASTLE
Postcode
LN9 6PH
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

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