Award

Democratic Engagement Projects 2025-26

THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION

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Award

11 May 2026 at 03:21

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "Democratic Engagement Projects 2025-26" has reached the award stage, with the buying organisation being The Electoral Commission. The focus of this procurement is on democratic engagement, specifically under the themes of engagement in England and Scotland, accessible voting, and digital engagement, aimed at supporting under-registered groups during elections. The procurement falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services, with a primary location in London, postcode EC1Y 8YZ. The process utilised a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £71,847.59, begins on 26th February 2026 and concludes on 31st August 2027.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs particularly interested in contributing to democratic processes and civic engagement. Businesses equipped to provide services in research, development, or consultancy related to electoral engagement and digital accessibility would find this project relevant. Competing organisations must have the capacity to design and execute projects that enhance voter participation among under-registered groups. The awarded contract to Health Equality and Rights Organisation signifies the emphasis on inclusivity and equality, foregrounding opportunities for adaptable, socially conscious businesses committed to driving societal impact in elections.

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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-b5fd17-4044764a-0ac3-4987-aa09-b3bece1b4277
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68fd0d92-b729-47b7-ac8e-38fd775a5adc
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
£71,847 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£71,847 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
25 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
26 Feb 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

HEALTH EQUALITY AND RIGHTS ORGANISATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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