Planning

Lettering and Print Fulfilment Services (Including Digital Integration)

CADENT GAS LIMITED

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Planning

20 Feb 2026 at 11:49

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Cadent Gas Limited has initiated the planning stage for a tender concerning "Lettering and Print Fulfilment Services (Including Digital Integration)." This procurement, located in Coventry, United Kingdom, and targeting the private utility sector, aims at establishing a long-term partnership for high-quality print services with strong digital integration features. The current phase involves engaging suppliers, with a scheduled milestone inviting interested parties to register their interest by 6th March 2026. Key components include producing personalised letters and region-specific leaflets, with fulfilment capabilities for same-day dispatch. The contract is planned to commence on 1st August 2026 and could extend till 31st July 2031, covering various mailing and data services under a special utilities regime.

This opportunity offers distinct prospects for businesses specialising in print and digital fulfilment, particularly those boasting robust API integration and data-handling capabilities. Companies well-suited to compete include those with expertise in complex delivery logistics, template management, and error-prevention protocols. With options for first-class and recorded delivery, along with automated reporting and compliance requirements, this procurement process provides ample room for growth and innovation within the realm of printed matter, mailing services, and related software consultancy. Interested suppliers should explore the opportunity to supply diverse printed materials and integrate advanced digital solutions, potentially enhancing their market position through successful fulfilment of stringent service levels.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lettering and Print Fulfilment Services (Including Digital Integration)

Notice Description

Cadent is seeking a long-term lettering and print-fulfilment partner capable of delivering high-quality physical print outputs alongside advanced digital and data-driven integration. The scope includes production of personalised letters, region-specific leaflets, and C5 envelopes, with camera-matched fulfilment and the ability to meet same-day print and dispatch for files received by 3pm. The supplier must provide robust service levels, including first- or second-class postage options, recorded delivery where required, and full weekly reporting. Strong digital capability is essential, including full API integration with Cadent CRM, automated PDF generation, template management, mailmark reporting, and bespoke portal/API configuration. The service also includes quality control, data handling, template configuration, item-level tracking, and traffic-management tools for address verification. Suppliers must maintain stock levels, manage change controls, and provide timely issue escalation. Cadent anticipates the procurement will cover (but may not be limited to): High-quality printed letters, leaflets, and envelopes (multiple regional versions) Camera-matched fulfilment and personalisation First-class, second-class, and recorded delivery postage options Full API integration for data exchange, job submission and tracking Daily PDF generation and SharePoint upload Detailed reporting, manifest generation, and mailmark tracking Template management, approval workflows, and change controls Error-prevention processes and quality control checks Stock monitoring and replenishment alerting Strong governance, auditability and compliance with Guaranteed Standards of Performance (GSOP)

Planning Information

We are inviting suppliers who wish to participate in this procurement to email emma.titchen@cadentgas.com to register their interest. Following receipt of an expression of interest, we will share a Request for Information (RFI) document, giving suppliers the opportunity to confirm whether they would like to be included in the subsequent tender process.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065902
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015599-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

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

CPV Codes

22000000 - Printed matter and related products

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

72300000 - Data services

79571000 - Mailing services

79824000 - Printing and distribution services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CADENT GAS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV7 9JU
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG13 Warwickshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Rugby
Electoral Ward
Revel and Binley Woods
Westminster Constituency
Rugby

Further Information

Notice Documents

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