Tender

Direct Mail Services

FALMOUTH EXETER PLUS

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Tender

09 Feb 2026 at 11:32

Summary of the contracting process

Falmouth Exeter Plus has initiated a procurement process under the open procedure method for a 36-month contract titled "Direct Mail Services," focusing on the provision of mailing services to Falmouth University Campuses located in Falmouth and Penryn, United Kingdom. The procurement, tagged under the CPV code 79571000 for mailing services, falls under the services category within the educational sector. Bids must be submitted electronically or in writing by 4th March 2026, at 12:00 PM, with the bidding process being actively managed by Falmouth Exeter Plus. The award phase is scheduled to commence immediately after the bid submission deadline on the same date. The contract allows for a possible one-year extension beyond the initial term.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses providing similar services to secure a long-term agreement within the educational industry. Companies proficient in direct mail, mail delivery, storage, and retrieval services—classified under CPV codes 64121100 and 63121000—are particularly well-placed to compete for this contract. It is ideal for firms capable of fulfilling a fixed-term service to a high-standard institutional client. Businesses experienced in electronic ordering, invoicing, and payment processes may also benefit from the digital submission and operational expectations outlined by the buyer. This tender could drive growth for companies seeking to expand their market presence in the UK’s academic sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Direct Mail Services

Notice Description

Falmouth University (FU) is looking to appoint a supplier on a 36- month fixed term contract to undertake Direct Mail services to the Falmouth University Campuses at Falmouth (Woodlane, Falmouth) and Penryn (Treliever Road, Penryn).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Falmouth University (FU) is looking to appoint a supplier on a 36- month fixed term contract to undertake Direct Mail services to the Falmouth University Campuses at Falmouth (Woodlane, Falmouth) and Penryn (Treliever Road, Penryn).

Renewal: 1 YEAR EXTENSION

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064af0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011305-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

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


CPV Codes

63121000 - Storage and retrieval services

64121100 - Mail delivery services

79571000 - Mailing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 2026Today
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FALMOUTH EXETER PLUS
Contact Name
Katie Murphy
Contact Email
procurement@fxplus.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1326253504

Buyer Location

Locality
PENRYN, CORNWALL
Postcode
TR10 9FE
Post Town
Truro
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
Constantine, Mabe & Mawnan
Westminster Constituency
Camborne and Redruth

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