Payroll Service

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) sought to acquire payroll services under a procurement process titled "Payroll Service". This contract, falling under the industry category of Business services, was located in London, England, with the postal code SW1A 2BQ. The procurement was conducted via a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender phase concluded on 27th May 2025, and the contract commenced on 31st May 2025 for a duration lasting until 30th May 2027. The process has progressed to the award stage, with the contract awarded on 5th June 2025 to Softcat plc, valued at £432,698.59.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in the provision of payroll services to collaborate with a significant government department. The contract is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) given the procurement's inclusivity considerations. The scale of the contract requires a robust capability in managing substantial payroll operations, offering growth potential through association with the DCMS and the strengthening of a supplier’s public sector service portfolio. Businesses able to deliver comprehensive and dependable payroll solutions will find this opportunity beneficial for expanding their government contracting experience.

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Payroll Service

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

4th July 2025 15:38:55 PM
Contract Summary

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide payroll services.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-8c1d9c26-45a1-4ce6-8498-de9285b18517

Publication Source

Contracts Finder

Procurement Stage

Award

Procurement Method

Selective

Procurement Method Details

Call-off From A Framework Agreement

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

SME VCSE

Framework / DPS

Framework
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

79000000

CPV Division(s)

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

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

Buyer Name

DCMS Commercial

Buyer Email

commercial@dcms.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

100 Parliament Street

LONDON

SW1A2BQ

England
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

SOFTCAT PLC

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Payroll Service

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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