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title: "Downstream Access Postal / Mail Services"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f477998c-e57a-4ffb-a101-b8e2594213f0"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE NHS TRUST"
published: "2024-08-07"
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# Downstream Access Postal / Mail Services

Buyer: UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f477998c-e57a-4ffb-a101-b8e2594213f0

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## Summary

The United Lincolnshire NHS Trust has completed the procurement process for the provision of downstream access postal and mail services, encompassing letters, large letters, and parcels. The procurement, identified by the title "Downstream Access Postal / Mail Services," falls under the postal services industry category. This selective procurement, conducted via a call-off from the CCS Framework RM6280: Lot 2, initially entered the tender stage with a submission deadline of 29th April 2024, with the contract period scheduled to start on 12th August 2024 and conclude on 11th August 2026. Notably, this procurement stage is in the 'Award' phase, with DHL PARCEL UK LIMITED named as the supplier under a contract valued at £1,600,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in postal and delivery services, particularly those capable of offering collection and delivery solutions for various types of mail. Although the suitability criteria did not specifically target SMEs or VCSEs, larger logistics firms with established frameworks in place, like DHL PARCEL UK LIMITED, are well-suited for such contracts. Engaging in this sector can enhance a business's portfolio and expand service offerings, leveraging long-term agreements with public healthcare institutions like the United Lincolnshire NHS Trust. This contract highlights the importance of reliability and comprehensive service coverage in winning significant public procurement contracts.

## Notice

Provision of downstream access postal / mail services - letter/large letter/parcel. Additional information: CCS Framework RM6280: Lot 2 Collection and Delivery of Letters, Large Letters and Parcels

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7648008c-4d8c-4f66-aa8f-c4f04e15a922 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 11 Aug 2024 - 11 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,600,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,600,000 |
| 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 | UNITED LINCOLNSHIRE 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 | DHL PARCEL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64110000 - Postal services

## Release History

- 7 Aug 2024 at 09:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7648008c-4d8c-4f66-aa8f-c4f04e15a922

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7648008c-4d8c-4f66-aa8f-c4f04e15a922
  7th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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