Election and Electoral Registration Printing Services

Westmorland and Furness Council (the “Council”) is seeking to appoint a service provider for the Provision of Election and Electoral Registration Printing Services.

The contract will be for the printing and supply of ballot papers, poll cards, and postal ballot packs, including making up and despatch of packs to electors, for Parliamentary and Local government elections, local and national referendums, and parish polls. Printing and despatch of all annual canvass forms including Canvass Forms, Canvass Communications (A & B), and printing of ITR’s, Confirmation/ Review or other ad hoc letters as requested by the Council.

The Service Provider must have the necessary expertise and capacity to deliver major projects to tight timescales, and must be familiar with and be able to meet the required standards of the relevant professional and/or regulatory bodies including the Electoral Commission. The Service Provider will also be responsible for monitoring any changes in legislation and/or Electoral Commission Guidance and sharing information with the Council.