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Democratic Engagement Projects 2025-26

THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION

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11 May 2026 at 03:02

Summary of the contracting process

The Electoral Commission, based in London, is spearheading a procurement process titled "Democratic Engagement Projects 2025-26" focusing on Research and Development Services. The projects are classified under CPV code 73000000 and are designed to enhance democratic engagement across England, Scotland, and digitally, particularly aiding under-registered groups. The procurement process was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract was awarded to the Royal National Institute Of Blind People on 25th February 2026, with the project running from 26th February 2026 to 31st August 2027. The total value of this contract is £64,440, and the procurement was completed by 11th May 2026.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses engaged in research and development, particularly those focusing on democratic engagement and digital services, given the thematic focus on enhancing electoral participation. Although the project specifics suit larger organisations, notably those aligned with voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) objectives, it supports initiatives targeted at making voting accessible and inclusive. Businesses with a track record in executing similar scale projects and those capable of innovative engagement strategies are encouraged to take an interest, considering the project's potential to contribute to significant democratic engagement improvements.

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Notice Title

Democratic Engagement Projects 2025-26

Notice Description

We would like to procure organisations to deliver democratic engagement projects under four themes/lots: Democratic engagement in England, Democratic Engagement in Scotland, Accessible Voting, and Digital Engagement. These projects would support under-registered groups to take part in elections, and would run for up to four years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c615d428-68a7-4fcc-bb92-9f40abcca389
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29f665bd-8465-44d7-a50b-fc19d84b68d0
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
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£64,440 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£64,440 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
25 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
26 Feb 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 1-2 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
THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC1Y 8YZ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROYAL NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF BLIND PEOPLE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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