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title: "Provision of Franking Machines"
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buyer: "UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST"
published: "2026-03-19"
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# Provision of Franking Machines

Buyer: UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3bf6d961-bcd3-496e-ab5b-282fd922c10f

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## Summary

The United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has completed the procurement process for the "Provision of Franking Machines". Falling under the industry category of postage-franking machines, this tender was conducted using a selective procurement method, specifically through a call-off from a framework agreement. Located in Lincoln, United Kingdom, the Trust awarded the contract to QUADIENT UK LIMITED. The tender period concluded on 2nd February 2026, and the contract is set to run from 12th February 2026 to 11th February 2029. This award was published on 19th March 2026, marking the completion of the award stage in the procurement lifecycle.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth within the postal services and solutions sector. It is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in delivering franking machines, mailroom equipment, and associated consumables. Businesses capable of operating within framework agreements and possessing relevant experience in this niche industry are well-positioned to compete for similar opportunities, fostering their expansion and strengthening supply chain partnerships. As a key supplier in this procurement, QUADIENT UK LIMITED demonstrates the potential gains for established enterprises in participating in such high-value contracts with trusted public-sector organisations like NHS Trusts.

## Notice

Provision of Franking Machines Additional information: All values exclude VAT. Framework - Crown Commercial Service RM6280 Postal Services & Solutions Lot 1: Franking Machines, Mailroom Equipment and Associated Consumables

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/110f83ab-5cea-48d6-adf9-070039c362c6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Feb 2026 - 11 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,973 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £36,973 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST |
| Locality | LINCOLN |
| Post town | Lincoln |
| Postcode | LN5 7JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC |
| Local authority | Lincoln |
| Electoral ward | Park |
| Westminster constituency | Lincoln |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | QUADIENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30144100 - Postage-franking machines

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2026 at 09:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/110f83ab-5cea-48d6-adf9-070039c362c6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/110f83ab-5cea-48d6-adf9-070039c362c6
  19th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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