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Post Office Branch - Tal Y Bont

POST OFFICE LIMITED

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23 Jul 2026 at 09:07

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Post Office Limited, a public undertaking based in London, is seeking a successful retailer to integrate a Post Office Local branch within their business in Tal Y Bont. This tender falls under the services industry category and is specifically related to post office counter services. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, using an open, competitive flexible procedure. Interested parties should note that proposals must be submitted electronically by 20th April 2027, with the awarding process concluding by 20th May 2027. This opportunity involves implementing post office services, with an estimated annual fee range between £9,450 and £10,500 depending on the current location. The contract period is anticipated to start from 20th June 2027 and extend to 20th June 2077.

This tender presents an opportunity for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to expand their service offerings by integrating a Post Office Local into their retail operations, capitalising on the alignment with their business hours. The procurement is tailored for businesses capable of meeting strict financial assessments and suitability criteria to manage a post office branch effectively. The multi-stage procedure ensures that the selected candidate aligns with operational standards, potentially fostering long-term business growth as part of a community-centric service network. Suitable businesses will be equipped to offer diverse postal services, thus enhancing their market position and establishing a steady revenue stream in Tal Y Bont.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Post Office Branch - Tal Y Bont

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 PS9,450 - PS10,500 per annum. Further information can be found at: https://runapostoffice.co.uk/branch/tal-y-bont-post-office-tal-y-bont-ll32-8se?search_term=LL32 8SE

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d188
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069498-2026
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
£9,450 Under £100K
Lots Value
£9,450 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Apr 20279 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Jun 2027 - 20 Jun 2077 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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
TLL13 Conwy and Denbighshire
Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Bassishaw
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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