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Comprehensive Knowledge Archive Network Support Services

BANK OF ENGLAND

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05 Mar 2026 at 11:13

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Summary of the contracting process

The Bank of England has awarded a contract for "Comprehensive Knowledge Archive Network Support Services," under IT services, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This procurement process involved selective procurement via a framework agreement and culminated in the award stage. The contract, valued at £128,155.80, spans from 2 March 2026 to 1 March 2030. Situated in London, UK, this project presents an opportunity for businesses within the IT services sector. The tender period concluded on 30 January 2026, and the award was issued on 5 February 2026, with the contract formally announced on 5 March 2026.

With the contract emphasizing technical support for CKAN, it can foster growth for businesses specialising in IT consulting and software development, particularly those that can leverage a strong framework agreement approach. While the opportunity was not specifically suited for SMEs or VCSEs, companies like Datopian, a large-scale enterprise, have successfully engaged with the procurement process. Businesses with similar capabilities and scale within the IT services domain may find this contract model beneficial for expanding their market presence and capabilities in supporting large financial institutions like the Bank of England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Comprehensive Knowledge Archive Network Support Services

Notice Description

Provision of CKAN Technical Support. This is a 3 year contract with 1 year optional extension.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cf785362-4a2f-49f3-80f8-e78868be4544
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a033df4-32e0-445c-8013-c6147a85b287
Current Stage
Award
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£128,155 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£128,155 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 1 Mar 2030 4-5 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
BANK OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2R 8AH
Post Town
Central 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
City of London
Electoral Ward
Walbrook
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DATOPIAN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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