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DSIT Digital Inclusion for Connection Pilot

DSIT

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12 Dec 2025 at 09:21

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), based in London, has concluded the award stage for the "DSIT Digital Inclusion for Connection Pilot" aimed at enhancing digital inclusion for disabled individuals. The tender, classified under the research services category, utilised a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. It addresses multiple locations including the British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, and the United Kingdom. The contracting process progressed from tendering which ended on 27th October 2025 to an award on 17th November 2025, with the contract running until the end of March 2026. The award was granted to PWC with a value of £130,356.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for service-oriented businesses capable of providing research solutions aimed at social impact and digital integration. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in particular, might find this contract appealing, considering the government’s emphasis on enhancing digital accessibility for disabled people, which aligns with a growing societal need. Companies with a strong track record in social research and technological integration are well-suited to compete in this area, tapping into the expanding demand for inclusive digital services.

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Notice Title

DSIT Digital Inclusion for Connection Pilot

Notice Description

Pilot programme to support disabled people in overcoming psychological barriers to digital inclusion and explore whether increased digital inclusion can positively impact social inclusion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ab4ab583-29fb-43fd-bc2f-67e08c33dd14
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85af4b9e-309f-46ac-93e3-6ca7144c34de
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£130,356 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£130,356 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Nov 20255 months ago
Contract Period
17 Nov 2025 - 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DSIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
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

PWC

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