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title: "Post Office Branch - Elmswell"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064b5f"
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# Post Office Branch - Elmswell

Buyer: POST OFFICE LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064b5f

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Post Office Limited invites bids for a tender titled "Post Office Branch - Elmswell." The process is currently in the tender stage and represents an opportunity within the services industry, specifically for post office counter services. Located in Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom, this procurement involves integrating Post Office services into a retailer's business, with an estimated fee range of £12,600 to £14,000 per annum. The procedure follows an open procurement method, described as a "competitive flexible procedure," and is part of a light touch regulatory framework. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 9th May 2026, and the expected start of the contract period on 9th June 2026. 

This tender fosters business growth by inviting established retailers to incorporate a Post Office Local into their operations, thereby enhancing customer engagement and service offerings. The opportunity is particularly suitable for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) capable of meeting the suitability criteria to run a Post Office branch. The procurement encourages the development of a sustainable retail business model, offering services aligned with customers' needs throughout extended operating hours. Interested parties need to undergo a multi-stage qualification process, including assessments of their business plan and financial stability, ensuring only capable candidates advance through the selection stages.

## Notice

Post Office Ltd is looking for a successful retailer to incorporate a Post Office Local into their existing or proposed business. The offer available in this Post Office would be: Post Office Local - integrating Post Office services into a vibrant and sustainable retail business, so they can be offered over the same opening hours. The exact layout and design will be agreed with you to suit your business. Estimated Post Office fees: In the current location in the range of PS12,600 - PS14,000 per annum. Please note this estimate is inclusive of the products listed under General Information. Further information can be found at: https://runapostoffice.co.uk/branch/elmswell-post-office-bury-st-edmunds-ip30-9bs?search_term=IP30

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011459-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 Jun 2026 - 9 Jun 2076 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,600 |
| Lots value | £12,600 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | POST OFFICE LIMITED |
| 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 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64114000 - Post office counter services

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2026 at 15:03 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011459-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011459-2026
  9th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://corporate.postoffice.co.uk/
- https://runapostoffice.co.uk/branch/elmswell-post-office-bury-st-edmunds-ip30-9bs?search_term=IP30
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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