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title: "Post Office Branch - Southend on Sea"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0689c6"
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published: "2026-04-23"
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# Post Office Branch - Southend on Sea

Buyer: POST OFFICE LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0689c6

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## Summary

The Post Office Limited is currently in the tender stage of its procurement process for incorporating a Post Office Main branch within an existing or proposed retail business in Southend-on-Sea. The tender, titled "Post Office Branch - Southend on Sea," falls under the industry category of post office counter services and is classified as a service procurement. This opportunity is based in the UK, region UKH31, and the tender period will close on 21 May 2026. The procurement employs an open method through a competitive flexible procedure, emphasising a multi-stage assessment focusing on the suitability of the postmaster candidates. The procurement is subject to a concession and a light-touch regime, highlighting the possibility for accelerated processing due to the light-touch contract. Interested parties are encouraged to register their interest electronically by visiting the Post Office's designated link online.

This tender presents a unique opportunity for retailers seeking to expand their business offerings by adding a Post Office Main branch. With estimated annual fees ranging from £73,350 to £81,500, retailers can leverage the comprehensive range of postal services to attract more foot traffic and boost their business profile. The tender is particularly suited to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), as it supports UK government initiatives to include diverse business entities in public procurement. The competitive flexible procedure allows for a detailed assessment of business plans and financial capabilities, ensuring that suitable candidates who meet mandatory criteria have an opportunity to grow their business with this reputable public undertaking.

## Notice

Post Office Ltd 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 PS73,350 - PS81,500 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/southend-on-sea-post-office-southend-on-sea-ss1-1ln?search_term=SS1 1LN

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037147-2026 |
| 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 | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Aug 2026 - 23 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £73,350 |
| Lots value | £73,350 |
| 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 | TLH31 Southend-on-Sea |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64114000 - Post office counter services

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2026 at 13:41 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037147-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037147-2026
  23rd April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://corporate.postoffice.co.uk/
- https://runapostoffice.co.uk/branch/southend-on-sea-post-office-southend-on-sea-ss1-1ln?search_term=SS1
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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