Tender

Post Office Branch - Redhill

POST OFFICE LIMITED

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Tender

22 Apr 2026 at 14:12

Summary of the contracting process

The Post Office Limited, a public undertaking based in London, seeks to integrate a Post Office Main branch into an existing or prospective retail business in Redhill. This tender is at the "Tender" stage, signalling an active procurement process with a deadline for submissions set on 22nd May 2026. The industry category involves post office counter services, under a concession, light-touch regime. The procurement method is open, employing a competitive flexible procedure. Businesses interested in this opportunity are encouraged to register via the provided link.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for growth in the retail sector, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) capable of managing a Post Office branch. The competitive procedure allows for a multi-stage assessment focusing on the business plan, financial viability, and suitability to operate a Post Office branch. Successful applicants will benefit from an estimated annual fee range of £69,300 to £77,000, reflecting the provision of a full service range. Retailers with a robust business plan and a keen understanding of community-focused services are well-positioned to compete effectively.

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Notice Title

Post Office Branch - Redhill

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 PS69,300 - PS77,000 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/redhill-post-office-redhill-rh1-1sa?search_term=RH1

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0688c5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036699-2026
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
£69,300 Under £100K
Lots Value
£69,300 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
22 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Aug 2026 - 22 Aug 2026 24 hours
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
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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
TLJ26 East Surrey

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

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