--- title: "Direct mail production, fulfilment and postage services for annual mailing appeals - Development" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066803" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-066803" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-066803.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-066803.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS" published: "2026-03-12" --- # Direct mail production, fulfilment and postage services for annual mailing appeals - Development Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066803 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-066803) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-066803.json) ## Summary The University of St Andrews is seeking tenders for the provision of direct mail production, fulfilment, and postal services to support its annual and tactical fundraising appeals. The services required fall under the category of "Printing and related services" and are classified under CPV code 79800000. This tender process is currently in the 'Tender' stage and the method employed is open procurement. Businesses can submit their electronic bids by 13th April 2026, when the tender period concludes. Located in the region of UKM72, the contract period extends for 720 days with the possibility of a 12-month renewal, subject to performance satisfaction. This procurement offers substantial opportunities for suppliers with expertise in high-quality mailing services, as it covers a range of mailings throughout the academic year, including Principal's Mailings and various appeals. Companies equipped with the necessary infrastructure for secure, reliable data handling and postal services, as well as those experienced in tailoring direct mail for fundraising campaigns, will find this tender appealing. The opportunity allows participating businesses to enhance their portfolio by associating with a prestigious university, offering scope for long-term partnerships, given the recurring nature of the university’s requirements. ## Notice The University of St Andrews invites tenders from suitably experienced suppliers for the provision of direct mail production, personalisation, fulfilment and postal services for the Development Service's annual and tactical fundraising appeals. This tender covers the end-to-end delivery of the following appeal mailings: - Principal's Mailing - Scholarship Appeal (Winter Direct Mail) - Legacy Mailing - Direct Mail Reminder Mailing - Pre-Call letters (Telephone Campaign SaintsCall) - Legacy Reminder - Additional Test Mailing (if required) The successful supplier will be expected to provide a secure, reliable and high-quality service from receipt of data files through to final handover to postal services. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The University of St Andrews invites tenders from suitably experienced suppliers for the provision of direct mail production, personalisation, fulfilment and postal services for the Development Service's annual and tactical fundraising appeals. This tender covers the end-to-end delivery of the following appeal mailings: - Principal's Mailing - Scholarship Appeal (Winter Direct Mail) - Legacy Mailing - Direct Mail Reminder Mailing - Pre-Call letters (Telephone Campaign SaintsCall) - Legacy Reminder - Additional Test Mailing (if required) The successful supplier will be expected to provide a secure, reliable and high-quality service from receipt of data files through to final handover to postal services. Mailings are anticipated to take place throughout each academic year, with indicative timings as follows: - Principal's Mailing: Autumn - Scholarship Appeal: Winter - Reminder Mailing: Spring - Legacy Mailing: Autumn/Winter - Legacy Reminder: Spring - Pre-Call Letters: Spring - Additional Test Mailing: As required Exact schedules and quantities will be confirmed per appeal. Additional information: All tenders for the University of St Andrews are administered through our eTendering System (InTend).To Express an Interest please go to our tender website at https://intendhost.co.uk/universityofstandrews Please note that 'Notes of Interest' placed via PCS (Public Contracts Scotland) are not automatically accepted Renewal: 1 x 12 months possible subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022164-2026 | | 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 | 12 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 13 Apr 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | It is likely the University will continue to have similar requirements. If so, any relevant procurement will be advertised approx. 6 months prior to any new contract requirement. | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS | | Locality | GUARDBRIDGE | | Post town | Kirkcaldy | | Postcode | KY16 0US | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife | | Local authority | Fife | | Electoral ward | Tay Bridgehead | | Westminster constituency | North East Fife | | Delivery location | TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79800000 - Printing and related services ## Release History - 12 Mar 2026 at 09:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022164-2026 ## Notice URLs - http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/staf/procurement/ - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000825121 - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofstandrews - https://intendhost.co.uk/universityofstandrews - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=825121 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00111 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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