Award

Office Postal Services and Franking Machine

NS&I

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Award

31 Oct 2025 at 12:04

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract entitled "Office Postal Services and Franking Machine" was managed by NS&I, with the active award status dated 24th October 2025. The procurement was conducted under the "award" stage and utilized a selective procurement method through a call-off from the CCS Postal Services & Solutions Framework (RM6280) Lot 1. This contract falls under the services category with a specific focus on postal services related to letters, identified by CPV classification 64112000. The contract period begins on 1st November 2025 and ends on 1st November 2029, covering locations within Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom. NS&I's main office is based in London, SE1 9HA.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in postal services to engage with large-scale contracts and enhance their portfolio. While the procurement process was selective, it highlights the importance of being listed within relevant frameworks for future opportunities. Both large corporations and SMEs proficient in postal services systems and technology, particularly those capable of providing and maintaining franking machines, may find similar tenders conducive to business growth. This contract illustrates the demand for cost-effective and efficient mailing solutions, where managed services could further enhance a company's appeal in public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Office Postal Services and Franking Machine

Notice Description

To purchase a franking machine that automates postage, saving time and offering cost savings over stamps. Used to print the correct postage, weigh mail accurately, manage postage expenses, and streamline the mailing process. Additional information: Direct Award, CCS Postal Services & Solutions Framework (RM6280) Lot 1

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72d0ec90-4e52-4c76-9d33-9cf1c3ed550d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64112000 - Postal services related to letters

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£12,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 1 Nov 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NS&I
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9HA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PITNEY BOWES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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