Digital Post Services via CCS framework RM6280

STEVENAGE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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11 Jun 2026 at 14:41

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Digital Post Services via CCS framework RM6280" was managed by Stevenage Borough Council alongside East Herts Council. This contract, classified under postal services, is located in the East of England. The procurement process followed a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, specifically under the service industry category. The tendering phase concluded on 28th February 2026, with the contract period set from 1st March 2026 to 28th February 2027. The award to CFH Docmail Ltd was active as of 1st March 2026, with the potential to extend the contract for an additional two years.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the postal service sector, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, considering the buyer's suitability requirements. Companies possessing a strong background in digital postal services and familiar with engaging in framework agreements will find this tender advantageous for business growth. Participation in such procurement processes can enhance their market presence and open avenues for possible future extensions of the contract.

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Notice Title

Digital Post Services via CCS framework RM6280

Notice Description

Provision of Digital Post Services for Stevenage Borough Council & East Herts Council

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-640e6194-b8cb-42a4-a119-bcfa745ac89e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f3aeabb-4e1c-4507-8b1f-405decd93d3a
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64110000 - Postal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,050,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,050,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STEVENAGE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
STEVENAGE
Postcode
SG1 1HN
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Stevenage
Electoral Ward
Old Town
Westminster Constituency
Stevenage

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CFH DOCMAIL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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