Award

ONE DARLINGTON MAGAZINE DISTRIBUTION

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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12 Feb 2026 at 13:19

Summary of the contracting process

Darlington Borough Council has successfully awarded the contract for the distribution of "ONE DARLINGTON MAGAZINE" to SMART DISTRIBUTION SOLUTIONS LIMITED. This procurement falls under the industry category of miscellaneous services and takes place in the region of Darlington, UKC13. The contracting process is at the award stage, with the contract being active since 1st January 2026 and expected to conclude by 31st December 2026, with potential renewals extending up to 31st December 2028. The procurement method was direct, positioned below the threshold without competition, providing a streamlined process for completing this tender.

This tender presents a considerable opportunity for SMART DISTRIBUTION SOLUTIONS LIMITED, particularly for firms keen on securing service contracts in the local government sector. The efficient distribution of printed magazines at agreed intervals throughout the year offers engagement with community-focused initiatives, which is ideal for businesses that specialise in distribution logistics and have experience working with public authorities. The contract's gross value of GBP 124,119 can contribute significantly to the growth of involved businesses, especially those classified as SMEs with capabilities in magazine distribution and regional networking.

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Notice Title

ONE DARLINGTON MAGAZINE DISTRIBUTION

Notice Description

DISTRIBUTION OF ONE DARLINGTON MAGAZINE AT AGREED INTERVALS DURING THE YEAR

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064f0d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012894-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98300000 - Miscellaneous services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£103,433 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement@darlington.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL1 5QT
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Park East
Westminster Constituency
Darlington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SMART DISTRIBUTION SOLUTIONS

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