Tender

Post Office Branch - Hull

POST OFFICE LIMITED

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Tender

08 May 2026 at 15:53

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Post Office Limited is currently at the tender stage, with a focus on identifying a retailer to incorporate a Post Office Main branch in Hull. This opportunity falls within the services industry, specifically post office counter services, and is located in the region of East Riding of Yorkshire. The procurement method being utilised is an open, competitive flexible procedure. Interested parties should note that the tender period ends on 18th May 2026, and further details can be found on the Post Office's dedicated webpage for this specific branch. The contract award period is expected to conclude by 8th September 2026.

This tender presents a business growth opportunity for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that are well-suited to manage a Post Office branch. With estimated annual Post Office fees between £79,500 and £106,000, this contract could provide substantial income for the right candidate. Businesses that have the capacity to pass mandatory financial assessments and meet suitability criteria stand a promising chance. The multi-stage procurement process has been accelerated due to its light touch nature, making it suitable for agile businesses that can effectively adapt to a fast-paced procurement environment.

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Notice Title

Post Office Branch - Hull

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 PS79,500 - PS106,000 per annum. Further information can be found at: https://runapostoffice.co.uk/branch/hull-post-office-hull-hu2-8pn?search_term=hull-bridge-east-riding-of-yorkshire

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06951f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042726-2026
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
£79,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
£79,500 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Sep 2026 - 8 Sep 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
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire

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

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