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Business Growth Support Bench

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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18 Feb 2026 at 10:55

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business and Trade has completed the award stage of its procurement titled "Business Growth Support Bench," aimed at enhancing digital delivery across domestic and international business services. The contract, valued at £5,000,000 GBP, is under the IT services category, focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This award, announced on 18th February 2026, is for a contract running from 6th February 2026 to 5th February 2028, covering regions including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement using a selective method, and it specifically accommodates small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for SMEs specialising in digital outcomes, including Discoveries, Alphas, and support for live services, to expand their reach and influence both domestically and internationally. As the procurement process has now shifted to delivery, businesses with expertise in digital transformation, consulting, or software development are well-placed to leverage this contract. Olive Jar Digital LTD has been awarded the contract, potentially offering collaborative opportunities for firms in adjacent sectors to partake in this expansive initiative, helping them catalyse growth and innovation within the ambit of public sector services.

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Notice Title

Business Growth Support Bench

Notice Description

This call off contract enables the Department for Business and Trade to access digital delivery teams and specialist expertise to support its strategic priorities across domestic and international business services. The Supplier will deliver digital outcomes including Discoveries, Alphas, Betas, and support for live services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/576b9472-2460-489d-8ca0-4b9cc6244b3e
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Feb 2026 - 5 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
Department for Business and Trade
Contact Email
commercialddat@businessandtrade.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BL
Post Town
South West 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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OLIVE JAR DIGITAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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