Call off from RM6280 Lot 2 of the GCA framework for Postal Services

SOCIAL CARE AND SOCIAL WORK IMPROVEMENT SCOTLAND (CARE INSPECTORATE)

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Social Care and Social Work Improvement Scotland (Care Inspectorate), located at Compass House, 11 Riverside Drive, Dundee. The procurement is for "Call off from RM6280 Lot 2 of the GCA framework for Postal Services," classified under the industry category of services, specifically "Social protection" and "Postal services" (CPV code 64110000). The contract, awarded to Royal Mail, was signed on 20th July 2026 and covers the period from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2029, with an option to extend until 30th June 2030. The procurement process was executed using an open procedure, reflecting full transparency and competitive bidding.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specializing in postal and delivery services, particularly those that can cater to public sector requirements in the UK. Although Royal Mail, a large-scale enterprise, secured the contract, businesses with substantial infrastructure and expertise in postal services would be well-positioned to compete in similar tenders. The contract value is driven by historical expenditures over the previous three years, indicating a strong expenditure base for potential contractors. Given that the procurement method was open, businesses should remain vigilant for similar opportunities to engage with public sector projects that require robust service delivery capabilities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Call off from RM6280 Lot 2 of the GCA framework for Postal Services

Notice Description

Call off from RM6280 Lot 2 of the GCA framework for Postal Services. Commencing 1 July 2026 till 30 June 2029 with an option to extend till 30 June 2030 Award value is estimated based on actual spend for this requirement over the previous 3 years.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Call off from RM6280 Lot 2 of the GCA framework for Postal Services Commencing 1 July 2026 till 30 June 2029 with an option to extend till 30 June 2030 Award value is estimated using actual spend over previous 3 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000837887
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560514
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

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64110000 - Postal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£80,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks 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
SOCIAL CARE AND SOCIAL WORK IMPROVEMENT SCOTLAND (CARE INSPECTORATE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 4NY
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
West End
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROYAL MAIL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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