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PR 2024 157 -Provision of Digital Accessibility Training

CPS

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01 Aug 2025 at 09:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), based in London, has recently completed the procurement process for the "PR 2024 157 - Provision of Digital Accessibility Training." This contract falls under the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems, with a focus on providing user training for assistive technology to ensure compliance with the Equality Act 2010. The open procedure procurement method was used for this process, with a tender period that concluded on 6th May 2025. The contract commenced on 6th June 2025 and will run until 5th June 2027. The awarded contract is valued at £388,509.16. The buying organisation is located in London, with the training services being accessible to several regions, including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software training and digital accessibility, particularly those that are small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as the procurement was marked as suitable for SME participation. The focus on assistive technology training highlights a growing demand for services that enhance workplace inclusivity and compliance with legal standards, such as the Equality Act 2010. Companies with expertise in digital accessibility and innovative training solutions will find this contract particularly advantageous for expanding their portfolio and strengthening their market presence in the public sector. The awarded contract to Blazie Engineering Limited, a firm recognised for its midsize scale, underscores the potential for similarly scaled businesses to compete and succeed in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PR 2024 157 -Provision of Digital Accessibility Training

Notice Description

The CPS Digital Accessibility business area requires user training for several software products for assistive technology. Under the Equality Act 2010, the CPS is required to fulfil its commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace. As part of this commitment, training is provided in the use of assistive technology software to ensure that all staff have an equal opportunity to make best use of their IT equipment and to meet our legal requirements. This contract supports the CPS strategy to ensure CPS staff have the skills and tools they need to succeed.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/692b6f50-f8e3-4f2f-8d3b-4007fa0e1eae
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
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
£466,211 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£388,509 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
5 Jun 2025 - 5 Jun 2027 1-2 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
CPS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON,
Postcode
SW1H 9EA
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLAZIE ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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