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Mergemarket ION Analytics subscription extension

OFCOM

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07 Apr 2026 at 08:04

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process completed by OFCOM, a key regulatory body in communications, involves the extension of the Mergemarket ION Analytics subscription. This tender falls under the 'Subscription services' category with CPV code 79980000. The procurement method used was direct, utilising a single tender action below the threshold. Located in London, United Kingdom, the procurement process is in the 'Award' stage as of April 2026, with the contract running from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029. The total contract value is £31,585.56.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in subscription services, particularly those capable of providing analytics solutions. The process was suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), highlighting its accessibility to a variety of business scales. By participating in such tenders, businesses can establish long-term relationships with influential buyers like OFCOM, thereby enhancing their visibility and reputation in the market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mergemarket ION Analytics subscription extension

Notice Description

An extension to Mergemarket ION Analytics subscription

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-497ef180-e98f-40da-84a0-a883ed2320cf
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7acfb7e7-b5b7-4448-9a6d-3f73706c5806
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79980000 - Subscription services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£31,585 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£31,585 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 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
OFCOM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC4R 1BE
Post Town
Central 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
TLI London
Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Vintry
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MERGERMARKET

Further Information

Notice Documents

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