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title: "GSV1694-Participation Mailing House - AWARD"
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# GSV1694-Participation Mailing House - AWARD

Buyer: PARLIAMENT UK  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f925eac6-dec1-4ee5-ae90-e50b40c8a125

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## Summary

The House of Commons, located in Westminster, London, has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "GSV1694-Participation Mailing House." This contract falls under the mailing services category and was awarded to Ark-H Handling Limited. The contract has an initial duration of two years, commencing on 17th May 2018, with an option to extend for up to two additional years. The open procurement method allowed for broader participation, and the award was officially published on 21st June 2018. The total contract value is £250,000, with an award value of £101,471.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the mailing and logistics sectors, as it requires suppliers capable of storing, managing, and distributing a variety of promotional materials across the UK, including bulk deliveries to educational institutions and the public. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to consider participation, as the contract specifications may align well with their capabilities. By engaging in this procurement process, businesses can enhance their service offerings and expand their market presence within the public sector.

## Notice

The House of Commons Participation team is seeking a supplier to store, manage and distribute publications and other promotional items to locations throughout the UK. The Participation team aims to promote a better understanding and knowledge of the House. The items covered by this contract range from traditional leaflets and brochures to report-style booklets and other promotional materials. The service shall include bulk deliveries to organisations such as schools and universities, other institutions such as libraries as well as to members of the public. The contract shall be for an initial period of two years, with options to extend for up to a further two years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff52c5a2-9bdf-4e33-8c65-dff2b918903e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 May 2018 |
| Contract period | 16 May 2018 - 16 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £101,471 |
| 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 | PARLIAMENT UK |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 0AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ARK-H HANDLING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79571000 - Mailing services

## Release History

- 21 Jun 2018 at 12:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff52c5a2-9bdf-4e33-8c65-dff2b918903e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff52c5a2-9bdf-4e33-8c65-dff2b918903e
  21st June 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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