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title: "South Cambridgeshire District Council - South Cambs Magazine Delivery Contract"
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# South Cambridgeshire District Council - South Cambs Magazine Delivery Contract

Buyer: SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5f48f297-2b2b-4f0c-b011-8e0abd9d5ef2

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## Summary

The South Cambridgeshire District Council has initiated a public procurement process under the title "South Cambs Magazine Delivery Contract". This contract entails quarterly delivery and initial storage of the council's residents' magazine, aiming to reach approximately 73,000 households within the East of England, United Kingdom. Tagged in the courier services category, this tender follows an open procedure below the threshold, allowing for wide competition. The tender stage is active, and interested parties should note the submission deadline set for 27th March 2026, with the contract period commencing on 4th May 2026 and concluding on 3rd May 2029. The tender documents are accessible via the council's e-tendering portal, with further details available on Contracts Finder.

This tender offers significant growth prospects for businesses specialising in courier services, particularly those in the East of England region. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises, facilitating entry into public sector contracts and potential long-term service provision. Suitable candidates will benefit from aligning their logistical capabilities to meet the delivery requirements of the council's high-quality publication, thereby expanding their reach within the district. Businesses aiming to enhance their portfolio through public communications infrastructure would find this contract advantageous for demonstrating reliable and efficient service in a prominent local government initiative.

## Notice

The contract is for the quarterly delivery - and initial storage - of SCDC's residents' magazine titled "South Cambs Magazine". This publication is one of SCDC's primary communication channels with residents. The high-quality magazine is delivered directly to around 73,000 households in the district. Should you be interested in this opportunity, the full tender documents can be found on our e-tendering portal via the following link: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=156086e5-6511-f111-813c-005056b64545

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8f60c69-2612-4da4-9327-2419d5abcacb |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 May 2026 - 3 May 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | CAMBOURNE |
| Post town | Cambridge |
| Postcode | CB23 6EA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | South Cambridgeshire |
| Electoral ward | Cambourne |
| Westminster constituency | St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64120000 - Courier services

## Release History

- 24 Feb 2026 at 09:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8f60c69-2612-4da4-9327-2419d5abcacb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8f60c69-2612-4da4-9327-2419d5abcacb
  24th February 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=156086e5-6511-f111-813c-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- https://www.scambs.gov.uk

## Provenance

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