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ID Verification

CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY

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28 May 2026 at 11:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has completed a procurement process for the "ID Verification" project, focusing on the implementation of an Identity Checking Service. This initiative aims to enhance the registration process for drone operators under the new regulatory framework. Situated in the South East of England, the procurement falls within the "Software package and information systems" category and concluded the award stage on 19th May 2026, with a contract period set from 19th May 2026 to 19th May 2029. Valued at £612,800, the contract was awarded to TrustID Limited, following a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, catering to the service needs under the CPV classification 48000000.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in software solutions and identity verification services. Companies with expertise in developing automated ID verification systems are well-suited to compete in similar tenders, benefitting from an organisational push towards streamlined and modernised service offerings in compliance with regulatory changes. The awarded contract highlights the importance of leveraging technological advancements to improve operational efficiencies and customer experiences within the aviation sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ID Verification

Notice Description

Provision of Identity Checking Service. Following the UK Government-commissioned Regulatory Review of Unmanned Aircraft Systems, the CAA modernised the drone regulatory framework, including the introduction of Remote ID. This identified a requirement to introduce IDV for drone operators registering or renewing an Operator ID through the Drone and Model Aircraft Registration and Education Service (DMARES). DMARES currently has no IDV capability. Implementing a commercial, automated IDV solution will improve customer experience, operational efficiency, and confidence that operator records relate to verified individuals.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-001159fd-ab4c-4ff6-9bbe-fa40e0e13c3a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f86196b-aa50-4f59-a7b1-8d1c3a1f0ebc
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£612,800 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£612,800 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
18 May 2026 - 19 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GATWICK
Postcode
RH6 0YR
Post Town
Redhill
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ28 West Sussex (North East)
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Crawley
Electoral Ward
Langley Green & Tushmore
Westminster Constituency
Crawley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TRUSTID

Further Information

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