Tender

Post Office Branch - Woodlands

POST OFFICE LIMITED

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Tender

28 Apr 2026 at 13:42

Summary of the contracting process

Post Office Limited is seeking to integrate a successful retailer into its operations, specifically tasking them with managing the Post Office Main branch located at Woodlands in Doncaster. The procurement process, denoted as active by the tender, falls under the industry category of post office counter services, and takes place within the competitive flexible procedure framework. This open procurement method requires potential candidates to demonstrate their suitability through a multi-stage process, aimed at evaluating both business plan quality and financial viability. The tender stage commenced on 28th April 2026, with a submission deadline set for 28th May 2026, coinciding with the tender period timeline. Successful bidders will begin operations on 28th August 2026, with the contract running until 28th August 2076. Given its classification as a light touch contract, interested parties are advised to consult https://runapostoffice.co.uk/branch/woodlands-post-office-doncaster-dn6-7hn for further details and to register their interest.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for business growth, particularly to SMEs and VCSEs, who can leverage the well-established Post Office network to expand their service offerings and reach. By acquiring or incorporating the Post Office Main into an existing retail setup, businesses stand to gain from both the estimated Post Office fees, ranging from £46,800 to £52,000 annually, and the integrated nature of the services provided. This opportunity is well-suited to retailers with a strong business plan and financial resilience, ensuring they meet mandatory criteria and suitability assessments to run a post office branch successfully. The strategic location in Doncaster bolsters the potential reach and accessibility for businesses keen on tapping into the community-centric Post Office model, fostering engagement and promoting local economic development.

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Notice Title

Post Office Branch - Woodlands

Notice Description

Post Office Ltd is looking for a successful retailer to either purchase or 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 PS46,800 - PS52,000 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/woodlands-post-office-doncaster-dn6-7hn?search_term=DN6

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068cf8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038664-2026
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
£46,800 Under £100K
Lots Value
£46,800 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Aug 2026 - 28 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
TLE31 Barnsley, Doncaster and Rotherham

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

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