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Identity Checking with Identity Authenticate

HOME OFFICE

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19 May 2026 at 13:35

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Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office has concluded a public procurement process for the provision of electronic ID checks, titled "Identity Checking with Identity Authenticate", with Experian Limited selected as the supplier. This contract falls under the information technology services category and is located in London, United Kingdom. The procurement process followed a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 9th May 2026 and will run until 8th May 2029, with an award value of £3,060,000. The tendering phase ended on 24th April 2026, and the award was made active on the same date. The award notice was published on 19th May 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those equipped to deliver advanced technology services, such as electronic identification solutions. Companies specialising in identity verification and information technology can leverage such contracts to expand their client base and enhance their market presence. Although this particular contract was not deemed suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, larger technology firms with the necessary infrastructure and expertise are well-placed to benefit from similar procurement opportunities. Engaging in such contracts allows businesses to establish long-term collaborations with prominent government entities like the Home Office.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Identity Checking with Identity Authenticate

Notice Description

Provision of electronic ID checks

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9e604c4a-630e-41a0-af10-83b1ad304470
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e4a9a81-f998-4c18-acb5-1be72b68ebe9
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,060,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,060,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
8 May 2026 - 8 May 2029 3-4 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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EXPERIAN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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