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title: "Provision of Independent Advice"
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# Provision of Independent Advice

Buyer: POST OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7b03b7be-f33e-45e2-ac6d-5d3c81041cc6

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## Summary

The Post Office has completed the procurement process for the provision of independent advice to ex-Post masters. This tender, classified under personnel services except placement and supply services (CPV code 79630000), was awarded on 9th June 2024, following a direct award procurement method. The contract, valued at GBP 165,996, will run from 17th June 2024 to 16th May 2025, with services delivered within the United Kingdom. Key stages included the tender period ending on 1st June 2024 and the award date on 9th June 2024, highlighting timely completion of the procurement stages.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the personnel services sector, particularly those capable of providing independent advisory services. While small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find it challenging due to specific suitability requirements, large firms similar to the awarded Citizens Advice Bureau are well-suited to compete. By securing similar contracts, businesses can enhance their portfolio and credibility in providing specialised advisory services, leading to long-term growth and expansion in the public sector marketplace.

## Notice

Independent advice to ex Post masters

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4409ae2-03c4-410d-8d40-189d82ef223f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | 16 Jun 2024 - 16 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £165,996 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £165,996 |
| 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 | POST OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC2V 7ER |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | City of London |
| Electoral ward | Bassishaw |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79630000 - Personnel services except placement and supply services

## Release History

- 24 Nov 2024 at 15:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4409ae2-03c4-410d-8d40-189d82ef223f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4409ae2-03c4-410d-8d40-189d82ef223f
  24th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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