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Assistive Technology Audit for the RHI Calculator

BUSINESS ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY

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19 Mar 2021 at 16:22

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Summary of the contracting process

The procuring authority, Business Energy and Industrial Strategy, has awarded a contract for an "Assistive Technology Audit for the RHI Calculator," focusing on services under the computer audit category. This tender, initiated under a selective procurement method through a framework agreement, was completed on 5th February 2021, with a value of £5,980. The contract will span from 5th February 2021 to 1st April 2021, primarily affecting entities within the London area, postal code SW1H 0ET. The award notice was published on 19th March 2021.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in digital accessibility services, particularly those proficient in conducting audits against government standards such as WCAG 2.1. Businesses with expertise in accessibility compliance and user experience optimisation are well-suited to compete in similar tenders, especially as government initiatives continue to focus on inclusivity and accessibility in public services. Engaging with forthcoming contracts in this domain could significantly bolster business growth and reputation in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Assistive Technology Audit for the RHI Calculator

Notice Description

RHI calculator Audit The Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (DRHI) scheme has now been extended for a year, and BEIS wants consumers to be able to access the RHI calculator until the scheme closes to new applications in March 2022. The supplier will carry out an Audit to assess whether the calculator is compatible with the WCAG 2.1 standard, and to identify areas of non-compatibility. The specialist will audit the website and produce a report. This report will detail the aspects of the site that fail to meet the Government's accessibility standards. The information provided in the report will also help the DRHI policy team our team make an informed decision on how to make the calculator compatible with the WCAG standard.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a94f8c80-5fe8-4f9a-a600-3ef7c8be3169
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a54f17fd-fcab-40ab-8e9e-abd4ef846368
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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72810000 - Computer audit services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,980 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£5,980 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20215 years ago
Contract Period
5 Feb 2021 - 1 Apr 2021 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
BUSINESS ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0ET
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

THE DIGITAL ACCESSIBILITY CENTRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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