Elections Provision of Printing & Transport 2026-2031
Cornwall Council · Local authority
In brief
Cornwall Council awarded printing and transport work to Civica Election Services and Dash Logistic Services Ltd on 15 January 2026.
The notice gives a value of £4,101,000 excluding VAT.
The contract runs for 5 years, up to 7 years with extensions, starting 10 February 2026.
It is split into 2 lots, so a supplier can bid for part of the work.
The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.
What the notice says
Lots
| Lot | Trade | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Printing & Postage 10 February 2026 to 9 February 2031 What this lot coversPrinting, Postage & Transportation requirements for Cornwall Council Elections 2026-20231 (5 years plus 2 year extension option) Elections timetable 2026/27– No planned election (potential unplanned) 2027/28 – No planned election (potential unplanned) 2028/29 – Police and Crime Commissioner’s and Cornwall Unitary Town and Parish Elections 2029/30- National general election + Local Elections 2030/31 - No planned election (potential unplanned) | Printing | £3,771,000 |
| Transport 10 February 2026 to 9 February 2031 What this lot coversPrinting Transport & Postage requirements for Cornwall Council Elections 2026-20231 (5 years plus 2 year extension option) Elections timetable 2026/27– No planned election (potential unplanned) 2027/28 – No planned election (potential unplanned) 2028/29 – Police and Crime Commissioner’s and Cornwall Unitary Town and Parish Elections 2029/30- National general election + Local Elections 2030/31 - No planned election (potential unplanned) | Transport | £330,000 |
Who won
| Winner | Lot | Value | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civica Election Services 4 bids received | Printing & Postage | £3,771,000 | Awarded 15 January 2026 |
| Dash Logistic Services Ltd (SME) 2 bids received | Transport | £330,000 | Awarded 15 January 2026 |
Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.
Timeline
- Tender notice · UK4, notice 071788-2025
- Contract award notice · UK6, notice 003473-2026
About the buyer
Procurements
31Awards
15Suppliers it has used most for printing
- Civica Election Services1 contract
- Dash Logistic Services Ltd1 contract
From notice 071788-2025 on Find a Tender, first published 6 November 2025, last updated 15 January 2026. We last checked for changes on 27 September 2026.