Award

PROJ1000623 ESCC - JS Digital Postal Hub

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

29 May 2025 at 07:51

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the East Sussex County Council, under the title "PROJ1000623 ESCC - JS Digital Postal Hub," falls within the postal services industry category. The tender involved the provision of mailroom equipment, accessories, consumables, and associated software, with an emphasis on supporting maintenance services. Located in Lewes, England, and designated under the postcode BN7 1UE, the process concluded with the awarding stage as of 29th May 2025. This selective procurement, conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement, featured key contract dates from 1st May 2025 to 30th April 2028. East Sussex County Council acted as the buyer, with Quadient UK Ltd being the awarded supplier.

This tender presents growth opportunities, particularly for large businesses in the postal and related services sector. Although not directed at SMEs or voluntary community and social enterprises, firms proficient in digital postal technology, mailroom support, and maintenance services are well-positioned to benefit. Participation in such procurement offers established businesses the chance to secure long-term contracts and expand their service offerings. The project's focus on comprehensive service wrap ensures ongoing engagement and potential for service enhancement throughout the contract duration.

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Notice Title

PROJ1000623 ESCC - JS Digital Postal Hub

Notice Description

This contract has been awarded. Following a review of the Post Hub and the services it provides, East Sussex County Council are looking for a single supplier to provide a range of mailroom equipment, accessories, consumables, and software, supporting maintenance services and service wraps pertaining to the operation of a Digital Postal Service and ensuring it is kept in good working order.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e496cbb6-8b0c-4004-b1a4-ac0dbc88fe7b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c7af814-ce64-4910-aa54-59713d06a3e4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
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

64110000 - Postal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£297,976 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£595,953 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2028 3-4 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
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@eastsussex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QUADIENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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