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First Class Postal Carrier

Cornwall Council
Published: Dec 18, 2025
Updated: Jun 18, 2026
Source: uk_contracts_finder

This tender has been awarded

Awarded to Royal Mail — £370,000

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About This Opportunity

transport & logistics supply contract awarded in United Kingdom: First Class Postal Carrier. By Cornwall Council. Awarded to Royal Mail (GBP 370K, Nov 2025).

This is a supplies contract in the transport and logistics sector, with a focus on Freight. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 540,000.

Published through UK Contracts Finder, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the transport and logistics sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.

Description

This tender, originating from the United Kingdom and published on Contracts Finder, seeks a qualified supplier to provide comprehensive First Class Postal Carrier services. The procurement falls under the broad category of Post and courier services, with the Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV) code 64100000. The contracting authority is currently seeking expressions of interest or bids for the delivery of these essential postal services.

Suppliers are expected to demonstrate a robust capability in handling and delivering mail efficiently and reliably across the United Kingdom, adhering to the standards and timelines associated with "First Class" mail. This typically involves secure collection, sorting, and timely delivery of letters, parcels, and other postal items. Prospective bidders should possess the necessary logistical infrastructure, including a network of sorting facilities and a fleet of delivery vehicles, to meet the demands of a national postal service. Furthermore, experience in managing high volumes of mail, implementing tracking and tracing systems, and ensuring compliance with all relevant postal regulations and service level agreements will be critical. The tender process is currently in an "Other" procedure, indicating a specific but undisclosed approach to selecting the successful provider. Interested parties are encouraged to review the full tender documentation for detailed requirements and submission guidelines.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK Contracts Finder and was originally published on December 18, 2025. Last refreshed 8 days ago. Reference: CORNWALL001-DN798617-89855535. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Cornwall Council

Cornwall Council has issued 88 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 13 currently open and 53 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Information & Communication Technology, and Health & Medical. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: June 12, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

How much was the contract awarded for?

Royal Mail was awarded the contract for £370,000. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK Contracts Finder to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference CORNWALL001-DN798617-89855535 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Is this tender still open?

No — the contract has already been awarded to Royal Mail. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Cornwall Council in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the Transport & Logistics sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

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Key Details

Submission Deadline
Nov 25, 2025
Deadline passed
Estimated Budget
Up to £540,000
Contract Type
Supplies
Eligibility
Firms / Consortiums
Language
English
Reference
CORNWALL001-DN798617-89855535

Source

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Contracting Authority

Cornwall Council
🇬🇧United Kingdom

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