---
title: "Courier Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068115"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS PUBLIC SERVICES DELIVERY SCOTLAND) (PSD SCOTLAND)"
published: "2026-04-30"
---

# Courier Services

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS PUBLIC SERVICES DELIVERY SCOTLAND) (PSD SCOTLAND)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068115

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## Summary

The Common Services Agency, also known as Public Services Delivery Scotland (PSD Scotland), is conducting a procurement process for a courier services contract under an open procedure. This tender, currently at the tender stage, aims to secure a supplier for the collection and delivery of documents and parcels throughout Scotland, including the Highlands and Islands, and occasionally across the UK. The contract will start on 1st July 2026 and last until 30th June 2030, with an option for renewal up to June 2032, provided performance is satisfactory. The procurement falls under the services category, with a CPV classification of 64120000 (Courier services), and bids must be submitted by electronic submission by 29th May 2026. The procurement process is managed through the PCS-Tender system, and final award decisions are expected in early June 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in courier services, especially those with capabilities for 24/7 operations throughout Scotland, including remote areas such as the Highlands and Islands. Companies with strong logistical frameworks capable of ensuring timely delivery, even on a same-day basis, are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. In addition, the weighting criteria comprising 70% pricing and 30% quality highlight the opportunity for competitive pricing strategies alongside maintaining high service standards. Engaging in this contract can aid business growth by establishing relationships with various NHS sites across Scotland, enhancing reputation and broadening market reach.

## Notice

PSD requires a contract to be in place for the collection and delivery of documents and parcels throughout Scotland, including the Highlands and Islands, and occasionally UK-wide. The supplier is required to courier items from various NHS sites on a same day and next day service. This service is critical to service the document requirements of NHS Health boards throughout Scotland, therefore this requires a contract to be put in place to help protect the provision and continuity of this service. The contract will be required to provide the service 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Open procurement via PCS-T to obtain a single supplier for the contract.

Renewal: Option to extend for a period of up to 2x12 months until 30/06/3032. The Authority reserves the right to extend the Contract subject to satisfactory performance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040150-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2030 |
| Recurrence | Approx. 6 months before this contract is due to expire, the requirement will be re-tendered for |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 | THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS PUBLIC SERVICES DELIVERY SCOTLAND) (PSD SCOTLAND) |
| Additional buyers | HEALTHCARE IMPROVEMENT SCOTLAND; NHS 24; NHS GOLDEN JUBILEE; PUBLIC HEALTH SCOTLAND; SCOTTISH AMBULANCE SERVICE; THE STATE HOSPITALS BOARD FOR SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 9EB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64120000 - Courier services

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2026 at 15:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040150-2026
- 13 Apr 2026 at 13:08 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033311-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://healthcareimprovementscotland.org
- http://publicservicesdelivery.scot/about/procurement/
- http://www.nhs24.com
- http://www.nhsgoldenjubilee.co.uk/home/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.scottishambulance.com
- http://www.tsh.scot.nhs.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829205
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830670
- https://publichealthscotland.scot/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00161
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00199
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00230
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00363
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00393
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11883
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA30441
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/go/16842679019DDED8247B

## Provenance

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