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CAF529-25 Post scanning solutions

CAFCASS

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20 Mar 2026 at 16:24

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "CAF529-25 Post scanning solutions" contract was managed by Cafcass, a governmental organisation in the UK. Operating under the industry category of "Postal and telecommunications services" (CPV code 64000000), this contract focuses on enhancing postal service solutions. The award, made via a direct procurement method on 1st April 2025, was assigned to Quadient UK Ltd, with the contract commencing on 1st May 2025 and concluding on 30th April 2026. The estimated charges for the first year amount to £132,000. The services are targeted for delivery across England, underlining the geographical scope of the project. The procurement stage is currently marked as 'award' and is finalised.

This contract presents significant opportunities for large companies specialising in postal and telecommunications services, particularly those experienced in handling large-scale government contracts. Quadient UK Ltd has been identified as a large-scale supplier suited to fulfil this procurement. Companies in a similar capacity can seek future opportunities by aligning their service offerings with government needs in this domain. Additionally, understanding the procurement mechanisms followed by Cafcass could give businesses an edge in preparing for similar tenders, promoting growth and enhancing their chances in government contracting avenues.

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Notice Title

CAF529-25 Post scanning solutions

Notice Description

For information only this is an award against Crown Commercial Services RM6280 Postal Services Solutions CALL-OFF START DATE: 1st May 2025 CALL-OFF EXPIRY DATE: 30th April 2026 CALL-OFF INITIAL PERIOD: 12 Months with the provision to extend by a further 12 months The Estimated Year 1 charges used to calculate liability in the first Contract Year is PS132,000.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d8c20cc5-e83d-4f44-aa19-7d43bfe50d67
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b1d38bc-d42f-4e81-8f63-469b4fa2c531
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£132,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£132,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20251 years ago
Contract Period
3 Mar 2026 - 10 Apr 2026 1-6 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
CAFCASS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC1X 8NH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Holborn & Covent Garden
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QUADIENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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