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title: "Post Office Branch - Ipswich"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06673d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "POST OFFICE LIMITED"
published: "2026-03-11"
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# Post Office Branch - Ipswich

Buyer: POST OFFICE LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06673d

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## Summary

Post Office Limited is currently in the Tender stage of a procurement process aiming to partner with a retailer in Ipswich to manage a Post Office Main branch. Located in the UK region of UKH14, this opportunity falls under the 'services' industry category with a focus on Post Office counter services. The competitive flexible procedure is open, providing a light touch process that includes a multi-stage assessment for postmaster candidates. Key dates include the tender period ending on 24th March 2026 and the award period closing on 10th July 2026, while the contract itself spans a remarkable fifty years from the latter award date. Interested parties are encouraged to register their interest through the prescribed electronic submission method.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for growth for businesses, especially those with existing retail capabilities looking to expand their offerings by incorporating Post Office services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly suitable candidates due to the contract's nature which allows for flexibility and integration into an existing business model. The tender prioritises quality in its award criteria, assessing business plans, finances, and the capability to manage a Post Office branch, making it an excellent fit for established retailers aiming to diversify their services and increase their market presence.

## Notice

Post Office Limited is looking for a successful retailer to incorporate a Post Office Main into their existing or proposed business. The offer available in this Post Office would be: Post Office Main branch - a dedicated Post Office area, a full range of services. 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 PS75,600 - PS84,000 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/ipswich-post-office-ipswich-ip1-5bd?search_term=IP1

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021765-2026 |
| 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 | 11 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 9 Jul 2026 - 10 Jul 2076 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,600 |
| Lots value | £75,600 |
| 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 | TLH14 Suffolk CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64114000 - Post office counter services

## Release History

- 11 Mar 2026 at 13:17 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021765-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021765-2026
  11th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://corporate.postoffice.co.uk/
- https://runapostoffice.co.uk/branch/ipswich-post-office-ipswich-ip1-5bd?search_term=IP1
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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