The Pro5 framework is designed to offer the public sector a single route to purchase a range of services, and brings together the knowledge and expertise of five regional buying organisations. The body will centrally manage public sector contracts to negotiate reduced costs and improve efficiency on behalf of government organisations. Pitney Bowes has been selected as an approved supplier of mailing goods and services under the Pro5 framework.

 

The Pro5 framework is designed to offer the public sector a single route to purchase a range of services, and brings together the knowledge and expertise of five regional buying organisations. The body will centrally manage public sector contracts to negotiate reduced costs and improve efficiency on behalf of government organisations. Pitney Bowes has been selected as an approved supplier of mailing goods and services under the Pro5 framework.

 

Cost reduction and improved efficiency are currently essential to public sector procurement. Public sector bodies spend almost £400 million per annum on mail related costs, so the procurement of mailing equipment and services represents a key opportunity for savings.

 

Pitney Bowes has a proven history of supplying technology and services across central and local government. An experienced public sector account management team is responsible for developing and managing public sector relationships, identifying cost savings, delivering best value, operating in a more sustainable manner and driving efficiency. Specifically, Pitney Bowes helped one organisation save £17,000 each year simply by changing the way mail was prepared so that several items of correspondence could be combined into one envelope.

 

Commenting on the two new deals, Phil Hutchison, Tactical Marketing Director, Pitney Bowes said, “At a time when public sector budgets are stretched, organisations are looking to engage with an experienced provider with a proven track record. Our place on the Pro5 list of approved suppliers cements Pitney Bowes’ reputation as the expert provider of mailing equipment and services for public sector organisations.

 

“We are delighted to have already completed two deals under the agreement and we expect to engage with many other public sector customers as they look to drive down costs and improve the quality and efficiency of communications.”

About Pitney Bowes:

Delivering more than 90 years of innovation, Pitney Bowes provides software, hardware and services that integrate physical and digital communications channels. Long known for making its customers more productive, Pitney Bowes is increasingly helping other companies grow their business through advanced customer communications management. Pitney Bowes is a $5.4 billion company and employs more than 30,000 worldwide. Pitney Bowes: Every connection is a new opportunity™. www.pitneybowes.co.uk