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Holistic Audio Recording Distribution

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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11 May 2026 at 12:12

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions has successfully concluded a public procurement process for a holistic audio recording distribution service. The procurement was conducted under the CPV code 72000000, signifying IT services related to consulting, software development, and support. This procurement, following a selective process through a call-off from a framework agreement, began with a tender period that closed on 10 March 2026, and the subsequent contract period started from 20 April 2026 and will run through to 19 April 2029. The project is located in Blackpool, England, with a minimum value of £254,800 and a total estimated value of £334,800. The primary awardee, Bondap Ltd, was chosen on 19 April 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) proficient in IT services, as it favours organisations with the flexibility and expertise to digitise and distribute audio recordings. SMEs that specialise in consulting, software development, and Internet support services stand to benefit the most. This contract not only provides significant financial potential but also allows businesses to engage with a major governmental body, thereby possibly leading to further contracts and professional recognition within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Holistic Audio Recording Distribution

Notice Description

Where a consultation is required, it may be conducted through any appropriate channel. The Department at the citizen's request can issue a recording of the assessment, this contract will be to digitise this process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bf605376-6ca0-40eb-b7da-c3de997c6bec
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1efc4dda-a2a2-4374-87a7-7a75a7d42c82
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£334,800 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£254,800 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY4 5ES
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Stanley
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BONDAP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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