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Democratic Engagement Projects 2025-26

THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION

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22 Apr 2026 at 15:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Democratic Engagement Projects 2025-26," overseen by The Electoral Commission, seeks organisations to deliver democratic engagement initiatives across England and Scotland. The projects, which aim to support under-registered groups in election participation, span four themes: Democratic Engagement in England, Democratic Engagement in Scotland, Accessible Voting, and Digital Engagement. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with Homeless Link identified as the supplier. Key dates include the award date on 5 March 2026, and the contract period runs from 6 March 2026 to 31 August 2027. Located in London, The Electoral Commission is focusing on research and development services within the governance sector, employing a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) particularly skilled in research and consultancy services. Organisations specialising in electoral engagement, community outreach, digital communication, and accessibility services would find the scope of this project beneficial for expanding their portfolio and fostering long-term growth. With an awarded contract value of £43,350, suppliers who can innovate in engaging diverse communities in electoral processes are well-suited to undertake these meaningful initiatives aimed at increasing democratic participation.

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Notice Title

Democratic Engagement Projects 2025-26

Notice Description

We would like to procure organisations to deliver democratic engagement projects under four themes/lots: Democratic engagement in England, Democratic Engagement in Scotland, Accessible Voting, and Digital Engagement. These projects would support under-registered groups to take part in elections, and would run for up to four years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2619d681-ac9f-4620-b53d-889205d47762
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c59ceb98-9b48-4178-91e7-6e28f2f562f7
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£43,350 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
6 Mar 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 1-2 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 ELECTORAL COMMISSION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC1Y 8YZ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HOMELESS LINK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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