Tender

SU18(26) Provision of Direct Mail

SWANSEA UNIVERSITY

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29 Apr 2026 at 14:44

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30 Mar 2026 at 12:53

Summary of the contracting process

Swansea University, a sub-central government public authority regulated by Welsh devolved regulations, is actively seeking to procure services for direct mail provision. This procurement process, titled "SU18(26) Provision of Direct Mail," encompasses activities such as print, pack, and mail services for university mailing campaigns, with a procurement value nearing £405,000. The procedure is at the tender stage and follows an open procurement method, inviting all interested suppliers to bid. Key dates include the enquiry period ending on 1st May 2026, and the submission deadline on 13th May 2026. The tender process, run through the eTenderWales portal, hopes to finalise awards by 1st June 2026 and commence the contract on 22nd June 2026, with opportunities for extension until 2030.

This tender provides significant opportunities for companies involved in postal and telecommunications services, particularly those skilled in direct mail operations. The involved budget and extended contract period offer a promising avenue for business growth. Companies with capabilities in service delivery, account management, and price competitiveness will find the opportunity well-suited to their expertise. Successful bidders must demonstrate quality service through case studies and expertise, with a strong emphasis on service delivery and account management. As Swansea University reserves the right to directly award future procurement of additional or repeat services, firms that prove reliable may secure further opportunities beyond the initial contract.

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Notice Title

SU18(26) Provision of Direct Mail

Notice Description

SU18(26) Provision of Direct Mail (print, pack, mail) for University Mailing Campaigns Please see Specification for requirements, any volume or value stated is based on historical data and is not guaranteed. In line with Procurement Act 2023 Schedule 5, for any future procurement of additional or repeat goods, services or works we reserve the right to directly award under sch5 para.8 a) and b). This tender is being run on eTenderWales portal https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/home.html Please ensure that you follow the eTendering portal instructions carefully to ensure that your completed tender is correctly saved and successfully submitted. Should you require assistance, please refer to the online "HELP FOR SUPPLIERS" in the first instance. Any further problems should be directed to the eTendering helpdesk, available Mon-Fri from 8am to 6pm on: Email: help@bravosolution.co.uk Telephone: 0800 069 8634

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0677dd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039355-2026
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

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£405,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£405,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Jun 2026 - 21 Jun 2029 3-4 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
SWANSEA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA2 8PP
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Sketty
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Further Information

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