Tender

Post Office Branch - Honley

POST OFFICE LIMITED

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Tender

10 Jun 2026 at 09:19

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The current procurement process initiated by Post Office Limited is for integrating a Post Office Local into an existing or proposed retail business in Honley, West Yorkshire. This opportunity falls under the 'services' industry category, specifically focusing on post office counter services. The procurement method being used is an open, competitive flexible procedure. Key milestones include the tender period ending on 9th December 2026 and the award period concluding by 9th January 2027. The contract commencement is slated for 10th March 2027, concluding on 10th June 2076. Potential bidders are encouraged to submit their interest electronically, with all submissions to be made in English.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses with a focus on retail, particularly those that can seamlessly integrate postal services alongside existing operations. The estimated annual fees, ranging from £8,000 to £14,000, provide a steady income stream while enhancing retail customer offerings. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially suitable to participate due to the tender's accessibility and the Post Office's emphasis on sustainability and customer engagement. Successful candidates will meet stringent suitability assessments, including financial evaluations and business planning, to ensure they can uphold the service standards expected in operating a Post Office branch.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Post Office Branch - Honley

Notice Description

Post Office Ltd is looking for a successful retailer to incorporate a Post Office Local into their existing or proposed business. The offer available in this Post Office would be: Post Office Local - integrating Post Office services into a vibrant and sustainable retail business, so they can be offered over the same opening hours. 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 PS8,000 - PS14,000 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/honley-post-office-hd9-6aa?search_term=honley-west-yorkshire

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b16f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054584-2026
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
£8,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£8,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 20266 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Mar 2027 - 10 Jun 2076 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Bassishaw
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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