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title: "Provision of Election Printing Services - Poll Cards, Ballot Papers, Postal Packs and Associated Documents"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06009b"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-28"
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# Provision of Election Printing Services - Poll Cards, Ballot Papers, Postal Packs and Associated Documents

Buyer: EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06009b

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## Summary

East Lindsey District Council, located in the heart of East Lincolnshire, is conducting a procurement process for the provision of Election Printing Services, which includes items such as Poll Cards, Ballot Papers, and Postal Packs. This procurement, under the reference PA23, has reached the Award stage where Print Image Network Ltd has been contracted to deliver services from 2026 to 2030, with the potential for a 12-month extension. This open procedure invites companies with expertise in electoral printing and ensures compliance with rigorous statutory deadlines. The contract, valued at approximately GBP 1,007,659, was signed on 27 April 2026 and covers a substantial region serving around 110,000 residents.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in printing and logistics services, particularly those capable of delivering secure and high-quality electoral materials. Suppliers with demonstrable experience in data security and contingency planning will find this contract appealing, as it allows for a considerable contribution to the democratic process within one of England's largest district areas. With a requirement for strict quality assurance and timely delivery, businesses specialising in electoral logistics and printing stand to advance their market position and establish themselves as trusted providers in public sector procurement.

## Notice

East Lindsey District, located in the heart of East Lincolnshire, spans approximately 1,760 square kilometres (681 square miles), making it the second largest non-unitary district in England and the ninth largest overall. With its diverse communities and expansive geography, East Lindsey plays a vital role in the democratic process, serving an electorate of around 110,000 residents, of whom approximately 20,000 choose to vote by post. The Returning Officer (RO) for East Lindsey District Council (ELDC) is entrusted with the statutory responsibility for the administration of all elections and referenda within the district. To support this essential function, ELDC is seeking to appoint a capable and experienced supplier to deliver high-quality, secure, and timely Election Printing Services under procurement reference PA23. This ITT invites quotations for the provision of the following key electoral materials: * Poll Cards * Postal Packs - One Piece Mailer * Blank Postal Packs - One Piece Mailer * Ordinary and Tendered Ballot Papers * Large Copy Ballot Papers * Corresponding Number Lists (CNLs) The appointed supplier will be expected to meet strict statutory deadlines and quality standards across all elections and referenda held between 2026 to 2030 with the option to extend by 12 months. We welcome submissions from suppliers with proven expertise in electoral printing and logistics, who can demonstrate robust quality assurance, data security, and contingency planning. This tender represents an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the democratic process in one of England's most significant district areas.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038290-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Apr 2026 - 26 Apr 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,007,659 |
| Contracts value | £1,007,659 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | PUBLIC SECTOR PARTNERSHIP SERVICES LTD |
| Locality | HORNCASTLE |
| Post town | Lincoln |
| Postcode | LN9 6PH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PRINT IMAGE NETWORK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 22000000 - Printed matter and related products
- 79810000 - Printing services
- 79820000 - Services related to printing
- 79823000 - Printing and delivery services

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2026 at 07:57 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038290-2026
- 24 Mar 2026 at 08:15 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026569-2026
- 7 Jan 2026 at 09:52 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000917-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038290-2026
  28th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026569-2026
  24th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000917-2026
  7th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://in-tendhost.co.uk/pspslprocurement/aspx/Home
- http://www.pin-communications.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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