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The contract with our print mail supplier is
expired, as is the procurement framework.
Electoral Services must conduct and administer elections to the
West Surrey Shadow Unitary Authority due to be contested on
Thursday 7 May 2026.
To do so it must arrange printing of poll cards, postal votes and
polling station ballot papers. The cost of print mail services is
expected to be: c.£133,004.97
This is comprised of:
Print Services @ £26,624.97
Postal Services (via Print/Mail Supplier) @ £106,380.00

Reasons for the decision

To meet the Returning Officer's statutory duty
to conduct scheduled elections in accordance with
legislation.

Alternative options considered

None - The print mail supplier is experienced
in providing like services to the Returning Officer where
effective, accurate, and efficient compliance with electoral law is
essential.