--- title: "Framework for Printing and Mailing for Electoral Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6373566c-ff5c-4362-9807-c727fe346c45" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6373566c-ff5c-4362-9807-c727fe346c45" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6373566c-ff5c-4362-9807-c727fe346c45.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6373566c-ff5c-4362-9807-c727fe346c45.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2019-05-16" --- # Framework for Printing and Mailing for Electoral Services Buyer: NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6373566c-ff5c-4362-9807-c727fe346c45 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6373566c-ff5c-4362-9807-c727fe346c45) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6373566c-ff5c-4362-9807-c727fe346c45.json) ## Summary The Northampton Borough Council has initiated a procurement process titled "Framework for Printing and Mailing for Electoral Services," aimed at providing comprehensive printing and mailing services for electoral needs. This procurement falls under the category of "Printing and related services" and has a total estimated value of £4,000,000. The procurement method is open, allowing a wider array of suppliers to participate. Key dates include the tender period, which ended on 11 January 2019, and the contract period running from 1 May 2019 to 30 April 2023. The services will be delivered across various locations, including the United Kingdom and overseas territories. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in printing and mailing services, particularly those capable of handling government-related contracts. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the suitability assessment is favourable towards them. Competitors should have expertise in processing voter-related materials, managing bulk printing, and executing mailing logistics. Engaging in this framework can help businesses expand their portfolios by partnering with a local authority on critical electoral processes. ## Notice Northampton Borough Council (NBC) wishes to invite Tenders for the supply of goods and services in respect of framework for printing and mailing for electoral services. The Scope of Services: - The printing of voter registration forms, information leaflets and envelopes for the purpose of the annual canvass and on going registration; - The printing of poll cards and absent vote poll cards for the purpose of elections and referenda; - The printing of ballot papers for elections, by-elections and referenda; - The printing of Postal Voting Packs (including outer envelope, Envelope A, Envelope B, Postal Vote Statement, instructions sheet) for elections and referenda. One Piece Mailer method is required; - Postal Vote Refresh Letters and Reminders. This includes the enclosing, sealing and posting as required by contracting authorities; - Associated mail house functions including extracting, enclosing, sealing and posting. The scope of services may change in accordance with legislation. To register your interest and download the project documents please visit the LGSS Procurement e-tendering portal (ProContract) at http://www.lgssprocurementportal.co.uk. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80754ed7-e666-4d64-87dc-423a4c4f9522 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Other - Open | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 May 2019 | | Submission deadline | 11 Jan 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 29 Apr 2019 | | Contract period | 30 Apr 2019 - 30 Apr 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £4,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £4,000,000 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NORTHAMPTON BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | MILTON KEYNES | | Post town | Milton Keynes | | Postcode | MK9 3EJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes | | Local authority | Milton Keynes | | Electoral ward | Central Milton Keynes | | Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes Central | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 3 | | Supplier names | ADARE SEC; ELECTORAL REFORM SERVICES; PRINT IMAGE NETWORK | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79800000 - Printing and related services ## Release History - 16 May 2019 at 12:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80754ed7-e666-4d64-87dc-423a4c4f9522 - 3 Dec 2018 at 11:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15b0fdbb-3581-47c7-9fc4-099768ba72c4 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80754ed7-e666-4d64-87dc-423a4c4f9522 16th May 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15b0fdbb-3581-47c7-9fc4-099768ba72c4 3rd December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.lgssprocurementportal.co.uk - https://www.lgssprocurementportal.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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