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title: "External Variable Data Print Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0524e1"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY"
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# External Variable Data Print Services

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0524e1

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## Summary

The London Borough of Hackney has recently completed the procurement of External Variable Data Print Services, a contract valued at £24 million aimed at enhancing its print and mailing operations. This initiative covers a comprehensive range of services addressing Council Tax, NNDR, Housing Benefits, Parking Services, Housing Rents, and Electoral Services. Using an open procurement method, the tendering process commenced with a notice on 26th January 2026, with final awards confirmed by early May 2026. The contract, scheduled to commence on 15th June 2026 and extendable up to 2036, was awarded to Datagraphic Group Limited, located in Chesterfield. The procurement falls under the services category and was executed under an open procedure, ensuring transparency and competition in the process.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in secure, high-volume print and mailing services, especially those with a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation. SMEs, in particular, had a strong showing among the final candidates, indicating a competitive yet accessible market environment. Companies providing environmental certification and those experienced in agile and technologically advanced operations stand to benefit from such contracts. With the possibility for contract renewal and extensions, awarded suppliers can look forward to long-term service provision, fostering stability and business expansion within the public sector. Businesses adept in e-billing and innovative communication solutions are especially well-suited to take advantage of future developments in this procurement field.

## Notice

Tender Opportunity: Comprehensive Print & Mailing Services for Hackney Council Hackney Council invites experienced suppliers to tender for the provision of high-volume, secure, and sustainable print and mailing services. This contract covers Council Tax, National Non-Domestic Rates (NNDR), Housing Benefits, Parking Services, Housing Rents, and Electoral Services. Key Requirements: - Data Handling: Process large volumes of Council Tax, NNDR, and Housing Benefit data using secure FTP and various file formats. Immediate production capability required at contract start. -Annual & Ad-Hoc Billing: Print and mail approximately 123,000 Council Tax bills, 13,000 NNDR bills, and 30,000 benefit notifications annually, plus frequent ad-hoc and recovery mailings. - Document Management: Sort, collate, and deliver all documents and inserts to Royal Mail or Council offices. Provide secure handling for returned mail and undelivered items. - Sustainability: Use FSC-certified or recycled paper, minimize waste, and offer recyclable, non-plastic window envelopes. Demonstrate robust environmental and GDPR-compliant processes. - Parking & Housing Services: Print statutory parking notices, permit reminders, rent statements, and service charge booklets, with same-day or next-day turnaround as required. - Electoral Services: Print poll cards, ballot papers, and postal packs, ensuring strict security, confidentiality, and business continuity. - Innovation: Propose options for e-billing, e-notifications, and process improvements. Collaborate proactively with the Council to enhance service delivery.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041237-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | 1 Aug 2025 |
| Award date | 19 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 Jun 2026 - 15 May 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000,000 |
| Lots value | £20,000,000 |
| Awards value | £20,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E8 1DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Hackney |
| Electoral ward | Hackney Central |
| Westminster constituency | Hackney South and Shoreditch |
| Delivery location | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DATAGRAPHIC GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79810000 - Printing services
- 79820000 - Services related to printing

## Release History

- 5 May 2026 at 16:07 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041237-2026
- 26 Jan 2026 at 11:38 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006559-2026
- 23 May 2025 at 16:25 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027067-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041237-2026
  5th May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006559-2026
  26th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027067-2025
  23rd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- www.londontenders.org
  Search for the tender using the following information: Tender Title: External Variable Data Print Services Project reference: DN797953

## Notice URLs

- http://dsrepro.co.uk
- http://www.dsibilling.co.uk
- http://www.fdmdocumentsolutions.co.uk
- http://www.hackney.gov.uk
- https://onecustomdesign.co.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.restore.co.uk/synertec/

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