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Stablecoins Theory of Change

FCA

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14 Jul 2026 at 13:33

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Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process, managed by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), involves a contract titled "Stablecoins Theory of Change." The procurement falls under the financial market regulatory services category and represents a significant opportunity for consultancy services to aid the FCA in assessing the future role of digital money, including stablecoins. The procurement method utilized is selective, with a call-off from a framework agreement. Key phases in this process include the tender period that concluded on 5th January 2026, followed by the award period which began on 12th January 2026, with services expected to continue through to 31st March 2026. The contract, valued at £90,000, will primarily be executed in London, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a robust opportunity for businesses specialising in financial consultancy and regulatory services, with a particular focus on digital currencies and strategic policy development. Ideal candidates are likely to be well-established firms with a demonstrated history of providing high-value, strategic consultancy services, such as PRICE WATERHOUSECOOPERS, who was awarded this contract. Although suitability was not intended for SMEs or VCSEs, other large consultancies in the financial regulatory domain could find similar future opportunities beneficial for growth, enabling them to deliver impactful insights and recommendations that influence regulatory practices.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Stablecoins Theory of Change

Notice Description

This contract is for specialist consultancy support to help the FCA assess the future role of digital money, including stablecoins, and develop strategic recommendations to inform its future regulatory and supervisory approach.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-81e51cca-ad64-4649-ae36-122e24d064ad
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/940d1640-bdbb-49de-9584-108839597115
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

CPV Codes

66152000 - Financial market regulatory 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
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jan 20266 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 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
FCA
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
STRATFORD
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRICE WATERHOUSECOOPERS - FCA - LONDON SE1 2RT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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