Decision
Analysis
outcome: Recommendations were approved for the new contract award and entering into a contract for Postal Services and Solutions.
summary: The decision involves procuring a new Postal Services and Solutions contract through a collaborative mini-competition under the Crown Commercial Service Framework.
topline: The Council has decided to procure a new Postal Services and Solutions contract through a collaborative mini-competition under the Crown Commercial Service Framework.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves public services and taxpayer money, which can lead to debates on the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the decision.
affected_stakeholders: ["Council", "Director of Culture, Customer and Residents", "Portfolio Holder for Communities, Commissioning and Customer Contact", "Taxpayers"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no explicit mentions of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://moderngov.kingston.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=5580
Decision Maker:
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose:
Content: RESOLVED that 1) a new Postal Services and Solutions contract be procured through participation in the Pan-London Postal Board collaborative mini -competition under the Crown Commercial Service Framework RM6280; 2) Authority be delegated to the Director of Culture, Customer and Residents and the Portfolio Holder for Communities, Commissioning and Customer Contact to approve the final contract award and enter into the contract for Postal Services and Solutions, commencing September 2026 for a term of five years with an estimated total contract value of up to £1,950,000
Date of Decision: June 25, 2026