---
title: "Award of printing and distribution of waste and recycling calendars"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000797258"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000797258.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL"
published: "2025-04-28"
---

# Award of printing and distribution of waste and recycling calendars

Buyer: EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000797258

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## Summary

East Lothian Council has completed the procurement process for the "Award of printing and distribution of waste and recycling calendars" under tender reference ELC-25-0501. The contract was awarded using the open procedure, a method conducive for competitive bidding. The services pertain to the main procurement category of services, specifically within the CPV classification 79800000. Located in East Lothian, Scotland (region UKM73), this procurement falls under the general public services category. The award notice for this contract was published on 28th April 2025, marking the completion of the procurement stage.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for service providers specialised in printing and distribution, as evidenced by APS Group (Scotland) Ltd's success in securing the contract. SMEs, like APS Group, are well-positioned to compete in this type of procurement under a framework agreement, such as the Scottish Government's PPDAS. The contract value of £60,739 highlights the potential financial gain for businesses able to meet the requirements and deliver efficient services in publishing, print, and design. Companies aiming to expand within local government contracts should consider this framework when looking to diversify or grow their portfolios.

## Notice

Printing and distribution of waste and recycling calendars.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Printing and distribution of waste and recycling calendars.. This is a call off from the Scottish Government's Framework Agreement for Procurement - publishing, print and design (PPDAS).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529035 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £60,739 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | HADDINGTON, EAST LOTHIAN |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH41 3HA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian |
| Local authority | East Lothian |
| Electoral ward | Haddington and Lammermuir |
| Westminster constituency | Lothian East |
| Delivery location | TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | APS GROUP (SCOTLAND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79800000 - Printing and related services

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529035

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529035
  Award of printing and distribution of waste and recycling calendars - Printing and distribution of waste and recycling calendars.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.eastlothian.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000797258

## Provenance

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