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PlanningUpdate

22 May 2026 at 12:15

Planning

14 May 2025 at 16:55

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Media Planning and Buying services" is being overseen by Post Office Limited, a recognised public authority within central government. The tender focuses on advertising and marketing services across the United Kingdom, with specific opportunities expected to become available by 31st October 2026. This procurement is currently at the planning stage as of 22nd May 2026. The competitive flexible procedure will be employed, aimed at acquiring services worth approximately £175 million, excluding VAT, with a gross estimate of £210 million. The contract period is slated to commence on 31st August 2027 and conclude by 30th August 2029, with a possible extension until 30th August 2032.

Businesses specialising in media planning, buying, and associated media partnerships have the chance to engage with a significant sector-led initiative, offering substantial growth prospects. Companies with robust experience in competitive procurement and those capable of delivering comprehensive marketing solutions across the UK will find this opportunity particularly rewarding. Given the high value of the contract and planned renewal options, both established firms and those looking to expand their market presence can benefit greatly from winning this tender. Successful suppliers can expect to partner with a reputable organisation, supporting the enhancement of strategic media initiatives for the Post Office Limited.

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Notice Title

Media Planning and Buying services

Notice Description

Media planning and buying and associated services such as media partnership

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0513bb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047854-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£175,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Oct 20265 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Aug 2027 - 30 Aug 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POST OFFICE LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2V 7ER
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Bassishaw
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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