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title: "Post Office Branch - Newtownards"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068e7a"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "POST OFFICE LIMITED"
published: "2026-04-29"
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# Post Office Branch - Newtownards

Buyer: POST OFFICE LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068e7a

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## Summary

Post Office Limited, a public undertaking, is seeking a retailer to host a Post Office branch in Newtownards under a competitive flexible procurement method. This opportunity, classified as a service in the post office counter services category, offers the chance to integrate Post Office services into a retail environment. Located in the United Kingdom, specifically in the region of Northern Ireland (UKN), this tender is currently in the stage of submission with the final date for tender submissions being 29th May 2026. The successful applicant will start operations on 29th August 2026, with the contract set to span until 2076. This tender follows an accelerated light-touch procedure, providing an estimated Post Office fee ranging from £6,500 to £12,000 per annum, contingent on the agreed business setup.

This procurement offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses interested in expanding their retail services by incorporating a Post Office Local. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, given their suitability to run a Post Office branch. The tender involves a multi-stage process assessing the candidate's business plan, financial stability, and overall suitability to manage a Post Office branch. The contract further promotes accessibility by allowing electronic submissions in English, supporting the seamless integration of Post Office services within vibrant retail settings.

## 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 PS6,500 - PS12,000 per annum. Further information can be found at: https://runapostoffice.co.uk/branch/newtownards-post-office-bt23-4fa?search_term=newtownards-county-down

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039485-2026 |
| 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 | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Aug 2026 - 29 Aug 2076 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,500 |
| Lots value | £6,500 |
| 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 | TLN Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64114000 - Post office counter services

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2026 at 16:14 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039485-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039485-2026
  29th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://corporate.postoffice.co.uk/
- https://runapostoffice.co.uk/branch/newtownards-post-office-bt23-4fa?search_term=newtownards-county-down
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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