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13 Jul 2026 at 14:43

Summary of the contracting process

The Pensions Regulator has completed a public procurement process for the provision of the "Access Paysuite Payment Platform," classified under the Point of Sale (POS) software package industry category. The procurement was a selective process, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, focusing on services for debt recovery purposes. The contract, now awarded to Access PaySuite Ltd, spans from 23rd July 2026 to 22nd July 2029, including an option for a 12-month extension. Based in Brighton, England, the buyer has earmarked a contract value of approximately £118,609.53 to £158,146.04. The procurement process concluded with an award on 7th July 2026, which was subsequently published on 13th July 2026. Key delivery will be centred in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in providing payment platforms, especially those that offer bespoke solutions conducive to debt recovery processes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in Point of Sale software solutions are well-positioned to thrive in this competitive space. The contract's emphasis on a long-term service relationship and the flexibility for extension underscores the potential for extended engagement and ongoing business growth. Companies looking to collaborate in the public sector, especially within regulatory settings, can find a strategic foothold by engaging in similar procurement opportunities with the Pensions Regulator and akin regulatory bodies.

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Notice Title

Access Paysuite Payment Platform

Notice Description

Procurement for payment platform used by debt recovery. Contract is for three years but includes a 12 month extension option.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-205328bc-c47c-445f-891d-b0223e6b78a1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/885bd027-f573-42c3-b7e8-84852bef5490
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48110000 - Point of sale (POS) software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£158,146 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£118,609 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
22 Jul 2026 - 22 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE PENSIONS REGULATOR
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 6AF
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Preston Park
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACCESS PAYSUITE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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