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Culture specialist

POST OFFICE LIMITED

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12 Mar 2026 at 09:52

Summary of the contracting process

Post Office Limited has successfully completed a procurement process seeking consultancy services under the title "Culture specialist." The procurement, falling within the services category, was conducted directly without competition, as it was below the threshold. The contract, valued at £36,000 excluding VAT, commenced on 26th January 2026 and runs through to the end of July 2026, covering engagements throughout the United Kingdom. The agreement is pursuant to legal framework 2023/54 and is currently in the award stage with Eton Bridge Partners Limited, a supplier classified as an SME, delivering the required consultancy services.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for SMEs specialising in general management consultancy services, especially those aiming to expand their footprint within the public sector. The absence of competitive tendering suggests potential simplified access for businesses able to deliver specialised cultural consulting expertise. Given the direct procurement method, businesses that establish robust relationships with public undertakings like the Post Office Limited are well-placed to capitalise on similar future opportunities, allowing for business growth and enhanced presence in public sector consultancy. The Post Office Limited’s ongoing commitment to partnering with skilled providers suggests a steady market for players within this niche field.

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Notice Title

Culture specialist

Notice Description

Supply of consultancy services Value up to PS36,000 ex vat

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066801
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022162-2026
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

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


CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£36,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ETON BRIDGE PARTNERS

Further Information

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