--- title: "Request for Information: Outdoor Waste Bin Stickers and Mailing Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000837646" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000837646" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000837646.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000837646.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL" published: "2026-07-16" --- # Request for Information: Outdoor Waste Bin Stickers and Mailing Services Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000837646 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000837646) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000837646.json) ## Summary Argyll and Bute Council, located in Lochgilphead, has initiated the planning stage of a procurement process with a Request for Information (RFI) regarding outdoor waste bin stickers and mailing services. The primary focus is within the general public services category, specifically targeting goods. Classified under CPV code 30192800, this procurement is part of a strategy development process aimed at understanding market capabilities. Argyll and Bute serves as the delivery location, and the process initiates with a planned status, seeking insights and information from potential suppliers. They have set a future notice date of 4th September 2026, by which suppliers are expected to express their interest and contribute relevant information regarding the proposed services. This procurement process by Argyll and Bute Council provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing durable labels and offering comprehensive mailing services. Companies specialising in label printing and fulfilment, mailing solutions, and data handling can leverage this opportunity to showcase innovative solutions and value-added services, including sustainability and efficiency improvements. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in customer experience optimisation, as well as innovative service models, will find this an ideal opportunity to engage with a significant local authority, potentially expanding their reach within regional markets. ## Notice As part of the development process for a strategy for outdoor waste bin stickers and mailing services, Argyll and Bute Council is seeking views and information from the market-place. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Council is exploring options for the provision of waste bin labelling and associated mailing services for domestic and commercial customers. At this stage, the Council has not determined the final specification and is seeking information from the market to better understand the solutions, technologies, service models and innovations available. Suppliers are invited to provide information on the products and services they could offer, including: - Label formats, materials, sizes and durability options - Printing and fulfilment services - Mailing and distribution solutions - Data handling and processing capabilities - Reporting and management information available - Any innovative or alternative approaches which may improve efficiency, customer experience, sustainability or value for money ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560310 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 4 Sep 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL | | Locality | LOCHGILPHEAD | | Post town | Paisley | | Postcode | PA31 8RT | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Argyll and Bute | | Electoral ward | Mid Argyll | | Westminster constituency | Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber | | Delivery location | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages ### Codes - 30192800 - Self-adhesive labels ## Release History - 16 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560310 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL560310&idx=1 16th July 2026 - RFI Supporting Document - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL560310&idx=2 16th July 2026 - Response Form - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560310 Request for Information: Outdoor Waste Bin Stickers and Mailing Services - As part of the development process for a strategy for outdoor waste bin stickers and mailing services, Argyll and Bute Council is seeking views and information from the market-place. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000837646 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=837646 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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