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Provision of Accessibility Audit & Testing of DVLA's Digital Services

DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY

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25 Feb 2026 at 13:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has completed a procurement process for the provision of accessibility auditing and testing services for its digital offerings. This tender, classified under the auditing services industry (CPV code 79212000), is vital for ensuring compliance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.2) and the Public Sector Bodies Accessibility Regulations 2018. Situated in Swansea, Wales, the buyer has engaged a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. Initiated on 5th February 2026, the award was made public on 25th February 2026, with the contract period spanning from the 15th of February 2026 to the 14th of February 2028.

This tender provides significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to collaborate with DVLA on enhancing digital accessibility, facilitating business growth in the technology and compliance sectors. Firms that specialise in digital accessibility, compliance auditing, or assistive technology are particularly well-suited for similar tenders, given the legislative requirements and ongoing updates in accessibility standards. By engaging in these contracts, businesses can establish strong footholds in public sector digital services while contributing to critical accessibility improvements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Accessibility Audit & Testing of DVLA's Digital Services

Notice Description

With a focus now on accessibility, the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) are looking to put a contract in place to ensure that our Digital Services work for everyone, including users with disabilities, specific needs and those who require assistive technology. It is a legislative requirement, that all our online services need to be compliant with level AA of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.2), in line with The Public Sector Bodies Part 2 (Websites and Mobile Applications) of the Accessibility Regulations 2018. The supplier will need to factor in any future updates and changes applicable to the guidance and regulations. DVLA needs to demonstrate that we have tested our services with all customers regardless of ability. This continues to be a mandatory requirement of the Government Digital Service (GDS) Standard Assessments, where any issues are resolved before the online service is moved into public beta.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d7306352-44c7-44a5-9506-0729c06c88e2
Current Stage
Award
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79212000 - Auditing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£87,168 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£72,640 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
15 Feb 2026 - 14 Feb 2028 1-2 years
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
DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA6 7JL
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Mynydd-bach
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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