Tender

Post Office Branch - Southend on Sea

POST OFFICE LIMITED

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Tender

23 Apr 2026 at 13:41

Summary of the contracting process

The Post Office Limited is currently in the tender stage of its procurement process for incorporating a Post Office Main branch within an existing or proposed retail business in Southend-on-Sea. The tender, titled "Post Office Branch - Southend on Sea," falls under the industry category of post office counter services and is classified as a service procurement. This opportunity is based in the UK, region UKH31, and the tender period will close on 21 May 2026. The procurement employs an open method through a competitive flexible procedure, emphasising a multi-stage assessment focusing on the suitability of the postmaster candidates. The procurement is subject to a concession and a light-touch regime, highlighting the possibility for accelerated processing due to the light-touch contract. Interested parties are encouraged to register their interest electronically by visiting the Post Office's designated link online.

This tender presents a unique opportunity for retailers seeking to expand their business offerings by adding a Post Office Main branch. With estimated annual fees ranging from £73,350 to £81,500, retailers can leverage the comprehensive range of postal services to attract more foot traffic and boost their business profile. The tender is particularly suited to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), as it supports UK government initiatives to include diverse business entities in public procurement. The competitive flexible procedure allows for a detailed assessment of business plans and financial capabilities, ensuring that suitable candidates who meet mandatory criteria have an opportunity to grow their business with this reputable public undertaking.

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Notice Title

Post Office Branch - Southend on Sea

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 PS73,350 - PS81,500 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/southend-on-sea-post-office-southend-on-sea-ss1-1ln?search_term=SS1 1LN

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0689c6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037147-2026
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
£73,350 Under £100K
Lots Value
£73,350 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
21 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Aug 2026 - 23 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
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
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea

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

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