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title: "Print and Post"
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# Print and Post

Buyer: BABERGH DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e72f

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## Summary

Babergh District Council and Mid Suffolk District Council are seeking suppliers for a public procurement contract titled "Print and Post," categorized under printing and delivery services. The procurement is currently at the Tender stage, with the tender period ending on 24th March 2025. This project involves the provision of both standard bulk printing and post services, as well as bespoke printing requirements. The contract is set to commence on 1st July 2025 and will last for an initial term of 36 months, with the possibility of extension by up to an additional 24 months, potentially ending on 30th June 2030. The councils are located in Ipswich, within the UKH14 region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the printing and related services industry, particularly those skilled in bulk printing, bespoke printing, and hybrid mail solutions. Potential suppliers will need to meet the suitability criteria specified in the tender documents and should be capable of delivering high-quality, personalized print materials and effective distribution. SMEs and larger companies with experience in digital and physical mail solutions, print distribution, and finishing services such as comb binding or lamination, are well-positioned to capitalize on this contract, driving business growth and establishing long-term relationships with two prominent local authorities.

## Notice

Babergh District Council and Mid Suffolk District Council are inviting suppliers to tender for the provision of Print and Post across both councils, with the potential for a hybrid mail solution. As part of Babergh District Council and Mid Suffolk District Councils' ongoing commitment to drive efficiencies across our workforces, we are seeking suppliers to support in the delivery of this service which will be split into two separate lots. Lot 1 being a standard bulk printing and post requirement and Lot 2 for our more bespoke printing requirements. We are looking to implement this service by 1st July 2025 (This could be subject to change), with an initial contract term of 36 months and an option to extend by up to a further 24 months. Further details can be found in the My Tenders area of this website, by selecting the view details button for this project.

### Lot Information

Print and Post-Standard Bulk Printing

The Contractor will provide the required service for our standard bulk printing requirements, including various elements in relation to Babergh District Council and Mid Suffolk District Council, and may include:* annual and in-year personalised invoices.* annual and in-year personalised letters. * annual and in-year personalised forms.(This on occasions may include inserts)

Renewal: This includes a contract extension period of up to a further 24 months taking the final expiry to 30/06/2030.

Print and Post-Bespoke Printing

In addition to the standard letters and invoicing Babergh District Council & Mid Suffolk District Councils require newsletters, agenda and bespoke items, some with additional finishing requirements including comb binding or lamination.* various annual and in-year newsletters.* various in-year Council committee agendas.* personalised and ad hoc marketing materials including posters* Compilation of multiple items in 'packages' matched on common factors.* The option to develop e-comms methods of mail delivery and tracking

Renewal: Option to extend for up to a further 24 months with a final end date of the 30/06/2030

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006947-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £950,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BABERGH DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | MID SUFFOLK DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2BX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | TLH14 Suffolk CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79800000 - Printing and related services
- 79810000 - Printing services
- 79811000 - Digital printing services
- 79820000 - Services related to printing
- 79821000 - Print finishing services
- 79823000 - Printing and delivery services
- 79824000 - Printing and distribution services

## Release History

- 21 Feb 2025 at 16:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006947-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.suffolksourcing.uk/
- https://www.midsuffolk.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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