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title: "ENQ1259 - Foster for East Midlands Marketing Mailing - Fulfilment"
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# ENQ1259 - Foster for East Midlands Marketing Mailing - Fulfilment

Buyer: DERBY CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-913adb08-1577-4701-8f2b-1022198a84dc

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "ENQ1259 - Foster for East Midlands Marketing Mailing - Fulfilment" was conducted by Derby City Council, aiming to secure mailing services for a targeted direct mail campaign in the East Midlands region. This process, classified under CPV code 79571000 for mailing services, involved purchasing partially addressed mail data to identify high prevalence of foster carers. The procurement was executed using a restricted quote method, and the process has reached the award stage. Key dates include the tender period ending on 3rd February 2026, with the contract running from 5th February 2026 to 31st March 2026. The total contract value is £48,000, and the award has been actively granted as of 4th February 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for firms specialising in direct mail marketing and fulfilment services, particularly those experienced in integrated campaigns for local community engagement. While small and medium enterprises and VCSEs were not initially highlighted as suitable in this case, larger companies with robust infrastructures to handle significant volume and data handling requirements stand to benefit. The involved suppliers, GI Solutions Group Limited Go Inspire and CACI Limited, illustrate the need for businesses with extensive logistical, printing, and data analysis capabilities to compete effectively in similar future tenders. This contract positively impacts business growth by enhancing marketing impact in sectors focused on community development and foster care services.

## Notice

Purchase of one-time-use partially addressed mail data (no personal data) in line with Acorn types showing highest prevalence of Foster Carers. Fulfillment of direct mail via mailing house (including printing/enveloping and postage costs).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4aafb20-fad6-41c2-bddc-1488ca3fd94f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Quote - Restricted |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 5 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £48,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £48,000 |
| 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 | DERBY CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE1 2FS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Darley |
| Westminster constituency | Derby South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | CACI; GI SOLUTIONS GROUP LIMITED GO INSPIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79571000 - Mailing services

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2026 at 13:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4aafb20-fad6-41c2-bddc-1488ca3fd94f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4aafb20-fad6-41c2-bddc-1488ca3fd94f
  23rd July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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