Published date: 19 September 2023
This notice was replaced on 20 February 2024
This notice does not contain the most up-to-date information about this procurement. The most recent notice is:
Awarded contract (published 20 February 2024)
Closed opportunity - This means that the contract is currently closed. The buying department may be considering suppliers that have already applied, or no suitable offers were made.
Contract summary
Industry
Printed matter and related products - 22000000
Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 79000000
Location of contract
England
Value of contract
£840,000 to £1,200,000
Procurement reference
HARROW001-DN679580-42772706
Published date
19 September 2023
Closing date
19 October 2023
Closing time
12pm
Contract start date
1 October 2024
Contract end date
30 September 2030
Contract type
Service contract
Procedure type
Open procedure
Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.
Contract is suitable for SMEs?
Yes
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?
No
Description
London Borough of Harrow requires a service provider with relevant experience and ability to demonstrate sufficient capacity for the processing, production, collation, printing, enveloping, mailing and delivery of both personalised and non-personalised documents relating to but not limited to Council Tax, Business Rates, BID's (business improvement districts), Council Tax Support, Housing Benefits (including Housing Benefit Overpayments) and Parking Notices. Further information is detailed within the Procurement documents.
The Council is looking for potential service provider to be awarded a contract for a period of 48 months contract with the option to extend for a further 24 months at the discretion of the Council.
More information
Links
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- http://www.londontenders.org/
- The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
Additional text
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We understand that requirements as scope may evolve or expand over time, and we are committed to providing flexibility in our purchasing approach. Therefore, we would like to include an option in the tender / specification to purchase additional/similar services if needed or new requirement a where the scope needs to be determined, where appropriate.
The option for additional/similar services has been included within the existing budget at £60,000 pa and will allow us to extend the scope of the contract beyond the initial requirements outlined in this tender. This provides the opportunity to address any emerging needs or explore related services that may arise during the contract term.
Furthermore, we emphasize our willingness to work collaboratively with the selected provider. We value a strong partnership and recognize the importance of ongoing communication and cooperation to ensure the successful delivery of services. We will engage in open dialogue with the provider to assess the suitability of any additional/similar services and determine the most appropriate approach.
By including this option and fostering a collaborative relationship, we aim to enhance the effectiveness and responsiveness of the procurement process while meeting our evolving needs.
Please note that the inclusion of additional/similar services will be subject to further agreement and will comply with applicable contractual terms and conditions.
About the buyer
Contact name
Martin Trim
Address
London Borough of Harrow
Forward Drive
Harrow
HA3 8NT
England
Telephone
+44 2088635611
Website
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