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Magic Notes Implementation 2026

BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL

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22 Dec 2025 at 14:57

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bristol City Council has successfully concluded a procurement process for the "Magic Notes Implementation 2026" project. This initiative, falling under the health and social work services category, sought to implement an online transcription tool to assist staff with diverse communication needs. The direct award contract, valued at £150,000, was awarded to Beam Up to enhance staff capability across the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender process was completed on 22 December 2025, with the contract period set to begin on 12 January 2026 and conclude on 11 January 2027.

This procurement represents an opportunity for businesses involved in project management software or transcription services to explore similar projects for potential growth. SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises) are particularly well-placed to capitalise on such opportunities, given the emphasis on inclusivity and accessibility in the service provided. Engaging in such contracts can significantly enhance a company's portfolio and contribute to building strong partnerships with public sector entities like Bristol City Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Magic Notes Implementation 2026

Notice Description

Magic Notes is an online transcription tool that records conversations and produces written notes. We are buying this service to support our diverse workforce, including staff with different communication needs, learning styles needs, and levels of confidence with written documentation. The tool will help practitioners capture conversations in a clear and accurate way, support those who find typing or writing challenging, and provide a more inclusive way for staff to record their work.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3120d3b3-7adb-4d84-891d-d4ed4aed665a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

48331000 - Project management software package

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 11 Jan 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
BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5TR
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Hotwells and Harbourside
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BEAM UP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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