Tender

Post Office Branch - Caerphilly

POST OFFICE LIMITED

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TenderUpdate

26 May 2026 at 14:06

Tender

08 Apr 2026 at 14:47

Summary of the contracting process

The Post Office Limited is seeking a retailer to establish a Post Office Main branch in Caerphilly, with the tender being processed under an open procurement method using a competitive flexible procedure. As of the latest update on 26th May 2026, the tender is in the active stage, with the submission deadline shifted forward to the 27th of May 2026. Located in the UKL22 region, this opportunity falls under the industry category of post office counter services and involves a multi-stage process to evaluate candidate suitability. The contract term is set to begin on 8th August 2026, aligning with the award period ending the same day, and will last for fifty years.

This tender offers a significant growth opportunity for retailers able to integrate a dedicated Post Office area within their business, with estimated annual fees ranging from £67,950 to £75,500. Ideal candidates would be small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) capable of meeting mandatory financial assessments and demonstrating aptitude in running a Post Office branch. This is an accelerated procedure due to its "light touch" classification, ensuring a swift partnership for those able to meet the required criteria. This setup is apt for businesses looking to enhance their service portfolio and expand local community offerings.

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Notice Title

Post Office Branch - Caerphilly

Notice Description

Post Office Ltd is looking for a successful retailer to incorporate a Post Office Main into their existing or proposed business. The offer available in this Post Office would be: Post Office Main branch - a dedicated Post Office area, a full range of services. The exact layout and design will be agreed with you to suit your business. Estimated Post Office fees: In the current location in the range of PS67,950 - PS75,500 per annum. Please note this estimate is inclusive of the products listed under General Information. Further information can be found at: https://runapostoffice.co.uk/branch/caerphilly-post-office-caerphilly-cf83-1nu?search_term=CF83

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067e4f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048895-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64114000 - Post office counter services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£67,950 Under £100K
Lots Value
£67,950 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Aug 2026 - 8 Aug 2076 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POST OFFICE LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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
TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan

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

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