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Provision of Process Excellence

OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS

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12 Feb 2026 at 17:03

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by the Office for National Statistics, focused on the provision of "Process Excellence" services. This initiative aimed to enhance statistical quality management from data collection to output within the business analysis consultancy sector. Located in Newport, Wales, the contract was awarded to UNIPART GROUP OF COMPANIES LIMITED on 14 January 2026. Initiated through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, the contract is valued at £200,000 and spans from 10 February 2026 to 9 February 2028. The tender stage is complete, with the award now active, providing a significant opportunity within the United Kingdom.

This tender offers substantial growth potential for businesses specializing in consultancy services, especially those with expertise in process analysis and improvement. The contract is suitable for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), encouraging participation from this segment. Companies with a strong track record in data analysis and process consulting are well-positioned to benefit from such opportunities, ensuring compliance and quality output for statistical processes. Engaging in this procurement can enhance reputational capital and expand service portfolios within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of Process Excellence

Notice Description

Services to develop a new process for managing statistical quality of processes from data collection through to statistical output.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7444ab21-e5f7-44b9-81d7-6eec8001c1fd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c05fc27c-12d1-436b-82bb-1acf5ec409e4
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
10 Feb 2026 - 9 Feb 2028 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
OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS
Contact Name
Matthew Owen
Contact Email
matthew.owen@ons.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07900562579

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
NP10 8XG
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newport
Electoral Ward
Tredegar Park and Marshfield
Westminster Constituency
Newport West and Islwyn

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIPART GROUP OF COMPANIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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