This agreement will give you access to postal goods and services such as mail and parcel collection and delivery services (UK and international), inbound mail receipt hybrid mail solutions, security screening, franking machines, and mailroom equipment.
The agreement also offers audits, efficiency reviews, and consultancy services to help you develop your postal services strategy and ensure you get the best value for your money.
Inbound and outbound services are available to help you transition from a paper-based mailroom to a digital environment. This includes hybrid mail solutions incorporating new technologies, such as e-communications and managed service options, giving you a ‘digital by default’ strategy.
The agreement was developed in collaboration with two other public sector procurement organisations: CCS (formerly known as Crown Commercial Services) and ESPO (formerly known as Eastern Shires Purchasing Organisation).
The duration of the agreement is 4 years. The call-off contract period is flexible and can run beyond the framework expiry date. The maximum call-off periods are as follows:
Lot 1: 6 years
Lots 2 to 8 (inclusive): 7 years
This agreement replaces RM6017 Postal Goods, Services and Solutions, which expired in November 2023.