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Provision of a Cheque and Postal Order Courier Service

DRIVER AND VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY

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21 May 2026 at 09:04

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), a central government authority located in Swansea, UK, has completed a procurement process for the "Provision of a Cheque and Postal Order Courier Service." The procurement, which falls under the industry category of parcel delivery services, was conducted using a direct method below the threshold, without competition. This service entails a weekly collection of approximately 31,000 cheques and postal orders over two scheduled collection days. The awarded contract, which commenced on 27th April 2026 and is effective until 26th April 2031, with potential renewal until 2033, holds a gross value of £34,610.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for logistics and courier service providers, allowing businesses to demonstrate their capability in handling substantial volumes and providing secure transportation solutions. Such contracts are particularly suitable for established courier companies with the infrastructure to facilitate consistent and timely collections to meet the DVLA's needs. Engaging in government contracts like this can lead to expanded business networks and increased credibility within the public sector. The award was given to FedEx Express UK Transportation Limited, highlighting the necessity for robust, reliable service provision from medium to large-scale firms.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a Cheque and Postal Order Courier Service

Notice Description

The Buyer requires a next day secure cheque and postal order courier to collect cheques and postal orders and other secure documentation two times per weekly. Two collections per week are required for 52 weeks a year, this can be subject to change if collections are not required. Prices must be submitted per collection as in Schedule 5 (Pricing). Collection days will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The collection time shall be scheduled anytime from 14:00 pm onwards. Approximately 31,000 cheques/postal orders are collected weekly over the two collections, although these volumes could increase or decrease.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069e87
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046821-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

64121200 - Parcel delivery services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,841 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
26 Apr 2026 - 26 Apr 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DRIVER AND VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA6 7JL
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Mynydd-bach
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FEDEX EXPRESS UK TRANSPORTATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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