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Request for Information: Outdoor Waste Bin Stickers and Mailing Services

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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Planning

16 Jul 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council, located in Lochgilphead, has initiated the planning stage of a procurement process with a Request for Information (RFI) regarding outdoor waste bin stickers and mailing services. The primary focus is within the general public services category, specifically targeting goods. Classified under CPV code 30192800, this procurement is part of a strategy development process aimed at understanding market capabilities. Argyll and Bute serves as the delivery location, and the process initiates with a planned status, seeking insights and information from potential suppliers. They have set a future notice date of 4th September 2026, by which suppliers are expected to express their interest and contribute relevant information regarding the proposed services.

This procurement process by Argyll and Bute Council provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing durable labels and offering comprehensive mailing services. Companies specialising in label printing and fulfilment, mailing solutions, and data handling can leverage this opportunity to showcase innovative solutions and value-added services, including sustainability and efficiency improvements. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in customer experience optimisation, as well as innovative service models, will find this an ideal opportunity to engage with a significant local authority, potentially expanding their reach within regional markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for Information: Outdoor Waste Bin Stickers and Mailing Services

Notice Description

As part of the development process for a strategy for outdoor waste bin stickers and mailing services, Argyll and Bute Council is seeking views and information from the market-place.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Council is exploring options for the provision of waste bin labelling and associated mailing services for domestic and commercial customers. At this stage, the Council has not determined the final specification and is seeking information from the market to better understand the solutions, technologies, service models and innovations available. Suppliers are invited to provide information on the products and services they could offer, including: - Label formats, materials, sizes and durability options - Printing and fulfilment services - Mailing and distribution solutions - Data handling and processing capabilities - Reporting and management information available - Any innovative or alternative approaches which may improve efficiency, customer experience, sustainability or value for money

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000837646
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560310
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

CPV Codes

30192800 - Self-adhesive labels

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
4 Sep 20264 weeks to go
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
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute
Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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