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Summary of the contracting process

East Renfrewshire Council has concluded the procurement process for the provision of printing, packaging, and distribution of garden waste permits, aligning with their chargeable Brown Bin scheme. The council, located in Giffnock, sought capable suppliers to manage and deliver permit packs to residents effectively. The final contract, awarded to PermiServ Ltd, London, was procured through an open procedure for a value of £97,500 GBP. The process, governed under the General public services category, saw completion on 13th May 2025, and is considered active. The procurement covered the UKM83 region and involved an open method to ensure transparency and competition.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in managed services related to print, packaging, and distribution, especially those adept at handling online data portals and distribution logistics. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) like PermiServ Ltd found success in this award, highlighting such tenders as viable pathways for growth within public sector contracts. Businesses equipped with the capability to handle bespoke managed services with efficient and comprehensive delivery systems are well-suited to compete in similar future opportunities. The open procurement process encourages a wide range of bids, ensuring a competitive environment beneficial for business expansion.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of the Printing, Packaging and Distribution of Garden Waste Permits

Notice Description

East Renfrewshire Council is inviting suppliers to complete this Tender in relation to Printing, Packaging and Distribution of Garden Waste Permits. This is in line with the implementation of a chargeable Brown Bin scheme. The service should offer a complete, managed service where we upload data from CSV files to an online portal to then issue permit pack to East Renfrewshire Council residents which includes everything they need for the garden waste service.

Lot Information

Lot 1

East Renfrewshire Council is inviting suppliers to complete this Tender in relation to Printing, Packaging and Distribution of Garden Waste Permits. This is in line with the implementation of a chargeable Brown Bin scheme. The service should offer a complete, managed service where we upload data from CSV files to an online portal to then issue permit pack to East Renfrewshire Council residents which includes everything they need for the garden waste service.. As per the procurement regulations from 1 January 2022 there is a need to include VAT where applicable when calculating the estimated value of contracts please refer to tender information pack on PCS-T for all values including and excluding VAT The total contract value advertised is for the contract period including extension option. The contract will not exceed the value of 150,000GDP

Renewal: The contract is for a period of 36 months with 2 x 12 month extension available at the discretion of the Council.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000788221
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530973
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products


CPV Codes

22458000 - Bespoke printed matter

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£97,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 May 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Renewal of procurement will depend on new regulations in place. If renewed further notices will be issued on January 2030.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
East Renfrewshire Council
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GIFFNOCK
Postcode
G46 6UG
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire

Local Authority
East Renfrewshire
Electoral Ward
Giffnock and Thornliebank
Westminster Constituency
East Renfrewshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PermiServ Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525309
    Provision of the Printing, Packaging and Distribution of Garden Waste Permits - East Renfrewshire Council is inviting suppliers to complete this Tender in relation to Printing, Packaging and Distribution of Garden Waste Permits. This is in line with the implementation of a chargeable Brown Bin scheme. The service should offer a complete, managed service where we upload data from CSV files to an online portal to then issue permit pack to East Renfrewshire Council residents which includes everything they need for the garden waste service.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530973
    Provision of the Printing, Packaging and Distribution of Garden Waste Permits - East Renfrewshire Council is inviting suppliers to complete this Tender in relation to Printing, Packaging and Distribution of Garden Waste Permits. This is in line with the implementation of a chargeable Brown Bin scheme. The service should offer a complete, managed service where we upload data from CSV files to an online portal to then issue permit pack to East Renfrewshire Council residents which includes everything they need for the garden waste service.

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