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HH150-24-SG Postal Services - Raigmore Mailroom

NHS HIGHLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process was managed by NHS Highland for the provision of mailroom services at Raigmore Hospital, located in Inverness. Classified under the Health industry category, the tender has already reached the Award stage, with its contract signed on 1st April 2024. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure, indicating transparency and competitiveness in the process. The decision followed the framework agreement from the Scottish Government, ensuring compliance with relevant procurement regulations. The entire process was completed on 17th February 2026, and the contract value stands at £200,000.

The awarding of this contract presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for organisations involved in postal and mailroom services. This tender has been secured by Royal Mail, a large-scale enterprise, demonstrating that similar businesses with significant logistical capacity could benefit from engaging in such competitive procurement processes. Smaller organisations may also find opportunities within collaborative frameworks or niche service provisions involved in large contracts like this one. The focus is on services within the health sector, and businesses that can deliver efficient and compliant postal services may find this sector advantageous for expansion.

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Notice Title

HH150-24-SG Postal Services - Raigmore Mailroom

Notice Description

Mailroom Services at Raigmore Hospital

Lot Information

Lot 1

This contract covers the provision of mailroom services for Raigmore Hospital and has been awarded as a call-off from the Scottish Government's national framework agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000823303
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549792
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

18933000 - Mail or parcel bags

79571000 - Mailing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Apr 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS HIGHLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
nhsh.tenders@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 7929069647

Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV2 3BW
Post Town
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM6 Highlands and Islands

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness South
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROYAL MAIL

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