Planning

Supply Chain Consultancy Framework

POST OFFICE LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

30 Oct 2025 at 20:39

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

30 Oct 2025 at 16:30

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Post Office Limited (located at 100 Wood Street, London), is currently in the planning stage for the Supply Chain Consultancy Framework. This initiative falls under the business and management consultancy services category, aimed at supporting strategic transformation in the UK Wholesale Cash sector. The process is being prepared through a competitive flexible procedure, with a framework agreement anticipated. A key event is a Supplier Engagement webinar scheduled for 1pm on Friday, 7th November 2026, via MS Teams, with registration due by 5pm on Wednesday, 5th November 2025. The contract, valued at an estimated £15 million, is scheduled to run from 11th February 2026 to 10th February 2030.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in consultancy services, particularly those with demonstrated expertise in secure logistics and market innovation. The framework will facilitate partnerships across governance, commercial modelling, and operational optimisation within the cash processing ecosystem. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is designed to support a diverse range of suppliers. Businesses capable of delivering innovative solutions and flexible consultancy services will be well-suited to compete for this contract, fostering growth and expansion in their service offerings.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply Chain Consultancy Framework

Notice Description

Post Office will procure a Supply Chain Consultancy Framework to support strategic transformation. Suppliers must demonstrate deep expertise in UK Wholesale Cash, secure logistics, and market innovation. The framework will enable flexible call-offs for consultancy across governance, commercial modelling, partnership structuring, and operational optimisation within the cash processing and distribution ecosystem. All dates provided are estimates - subject to further development of the requirements and governance.

Planning Information

Post Office will host a Supplier Engagement webinar to outline the Supply Chain Consultancy Framework requirements and strategic context. . This session enables potential bidders to understand scope, objectives, and evaluation criteria, helping them make informed decisions ahead of the Invitation to Tender . The event is currently schedule for 1pm on Friday 7th November 2026 and shall take place via MS Teams. . In order to receive an invite to the event, please send an email to procurement@postoffice.co.uk providing the following details: Organisation Name Name(s) of those wishing to receive an invite Email address(es) Telephone number Please ensure that this email reaches us by not later than 5pm on Wednesday 5th November to allow Post Office time to issue the invite. If you are unable to attend the event this shall not restrict you from responding to the requirement when the proposed tender is issued.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d76c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069911-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Dec 20252 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Feb 2026 - 10 Feb 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POST OFFICE LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@postoffice.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Notice Documents

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