Planning

Postal Services Framework

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Planning

21 Aug 2024 at 00:00

OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is currently in the planning phase for a new procurement titled "Postal Services Framework," which is aimed at providing Postal and Print & Post Services to Scottish Public Sector Organisations. This procurement falls under the industry category of General public services and is located in Scotland, specifically covering areas such as the Highlands and Islands and remote regions. The project encompasses physical mail and hybrid mail services, as well as scheduled regular bulk mail (print and post) services. The project is expected to be launched with a future notice date set for 28 October 2024, and stakeholders are expected to complete an attached request for information questionnaire by 6 September 2024. The budget for this procurement is valued at £50,000,000.00 GBP, and the relevant classifications include CPV: 64110000.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in postal and print services. Companies with expertise in managing large-scale mail operations, including physical and hybrid mail, would be well-suited to compete. Additionally, businesses capable of handling scheduled bulk mail services would find this framework particularly beneficial, especially those that can deliver to remote locations. Participation in this tender offers growth potential by allowing businesses to establish or expand their presence within the public sector, securing long-term contracts, and contributing to the effective handling of Scotland's public mailing needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Postal Services Framework

Notice Description

Framework for the provision of Postal and Print & Post Services to Scottish Public Sector Organisations.

Lot Information

Framework for the provision of Physical and Hybrid Mail Services

The provision of physical mail and hybrid mail to public bodies throughout Scotland including the Highlands and Islands and remote areas.

Framework for the provision of scheduled bulk mailings

Provision of a scheduled regular bulk mail (print and post) services to public bodies throughout Scotland including the Highlands and Islands and remote areas.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000775168
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG512491
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information 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

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

64110000 - Postal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
28 Oct 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Alasdair Rowan
Contact Email
alasdair.rowan@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1412420207

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8LU
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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