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Postmaster Inclusion Framework Evaluation

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE

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08 Dec 2025 at 16:30

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business & Trade recently completed the procurement process for the "Postmaster Inclusion Framework Evaluation," a service category tender pertaining to research services. Located in London, this central government body handled the process using a direct procurement method, classified as below the threshold without competition. Significant dates include the contract signing on 4th December 2025, with the active period running between 8th December 2025 and 31st March 2026. The contract, valued at £103,782, aims to assess postmaster engagement initiatives by the Post Office Limited, providing early insights and recommendations for improvement.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in research services with a focus on evaluation frameworks and stakeholder engagement. Companies that excel in these areas, such as SMEs with expertise in analytical research and stakeholder assessments, would find this type of government contract beneficial for growth. By contributing to high-profile initiatives like the Postmaster Inclusion Framework, businesses can enhance their portfolio and increase their visibility within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Postmaster Inclusion Framework Evaluation

Notice Description

The proposed research aims to provide an independent, external 'early insights' evaluation of the ongoing postmaster engagement initiatives implemented by Post Office Limited (POL). These ongoing initiatives will be assessed against government priorities and objectives, different stakeholders' expectations and understandings of what good engagement means. The research aims to generate early insights into what is and isn't working in postmaster inclusion and to understand what success looks like for postmaster inclusion, which will form the basis for recommendations on how to improve the ongoing initiatives or change the current approach.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f124
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080782-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£86,485 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
8 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
dataandsystems@businessandtrade.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
Post Town
South West 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
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TONIC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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