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title: "International Mail Service"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4f4de856-d6c4-4d1e-a160-db075749bc57"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS"
published: "2026-07-13"
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# International Mail Service

Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4f4de856-d6c4-4d1e-a160-db075749bc57

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## Summary

H M Revenue & Customs has concluded a procurement process for the "International Mail Service" aimed at the collection and delivery of mail to customers in diverse global regions, including the European Union and other international destinations. The procurement, classified under the CPV code for Post and Courier Services, reached the award stage with the contract being awarded to Whistl UK Limited on 2nd June 2026 for a value of £9,600,000. The contract will commence on 24th July 2026 and run until 23rd July 2031. This selective procurement was carried out through a framework agreement, highlighting its significance in providing mail services to a multitude of countries, reflecting extensive international delivery requirements.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies with capabilities in international logistics, postal services, and large-scale distribution networks. While Whistl UK Limited currently serves as the supplier, similar businesses focused on efficient mail services delivery can look to engage in future opportunities or expansions within this field. Small and medium-sized enterprises, especially those adept in handling diverse logistical challenges across multiple countries, may find avenues to establish partnerships or subcontracting arrangements, leveraging specialised solutions to meet contracting authority requirements.

## Notice

International mail service provision. Collection and delivery of mail to HMRC customers living in the European Union (EU), non-European Union (non-EU) and the rest of the world (RoW). Mail includes letters, large letters and parcels.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d2dd7b4-fd97-4104-98ef-1b750f4b3c4c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Jul 2026 - 23 Jul 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,600,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £9,600,000 |
| 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 | H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Southend-on-Sea |
| Postcode | SS99 1AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH31 Southend-on-Sea |
| Local authority | Southend-on-Sea |
| Electoral ward | Victoria |
| Westminster constituency | Southend East and Rochford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64100000 - Post and courier services

## Release History

- 13 Jul 2026 at 11:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d2dd7b4-fd97-4104-98ef-1b750f4b3c4c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d2dd7b4-fd97-4104-98ef-1b750f4b3c4c
  13th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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