Post Office Branch - Morton

Post Office Limited is seeking a retailer to either purchase the existing business or integrate a Post Office Local into a new or existing retail operation in Cumbria. The objective is to provide post office counter services within a sustainable retail environment, with the specific layout and design to be mutually agreed upon to align with the business's operational hours. This opportunity is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises. The estimated annual fees for the current location range between 24,000 and 30,000 GBP, and the estimated period of performance is 50 years, starting January 4, 2027. The selection process follows a competitive flexible procedure consisting of a multi-stage assessment. Candidates must first pass a mandatory financial assessment of their business plan and finances before proceeding to a suitability assessment to determine their quality and ability to run a branch. Interested parties must submit their applications in English by November 4, 2026, via the official registration portal. The contracting authority is based in London and can be contacted through the postmaster onboarding email address.