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Keesign licences and training

COMPANIES HOUSE

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15 Jul 2026 at 13:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Companies House, headquartered in Cardiff, UK, revolves around the acquisition of "Keesign licences and training," classified under legal documentation and certification services with additional focus on security software packages. The process followed a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement with a total contract value of £90,000. Key dates include a tender period that ended on 23rd February 2026, with the contract commencing on 3rd March 2026 and concluding on 2nd March 2027. The procurement category falls under services, and the awarding stage was finalised as of 15th July 2026, with the active contract awarded to Specialist Computer Centres PLC.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in legal documentation or security software. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are deemed suitable to compete in such procurement efforts. The extensive geographic coverage across various regions in the United Kingdom and the Channel Islands reflects a broad scope for businesses looking to expand or establish their presence nationally. Engaging with public sector projects such as this could help businesses diversify their client base and establish a strong foothold in governmental contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Keesign licences and training

Notice Description

Database of Worldwide Identity Documents and training

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4dbc9ab6-2622-4efd-bb1b-3330912c27c7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4eefc9b8-991b-4747-82c7-b81c6e8cc156
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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

CPV Codes

48730000 - Security software package

79130000 - Legal documentation and certification services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20264 months ago
Contract Period
3 Mar 2026 - 2 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
COMPANIES HOUSE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 3UZ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Gabalfa
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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