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Test1

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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13 Feb 2026 at 11:08

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13 Feb 2026 at 11:06

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process, initiated by the Department for Work and Pensions, pertains to agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry, and related products, under the umbrella of works. This procurement took place in the United Kingdom, with a notable focus on a procurement method categorised as 'Other - test'. The tender was awarded on 3rd February 2026, as indicated by the active award status updated on 13th February 2026. The contract period extends from 9th February 2026 to 23rd February 2026. It is notable that this contracting process is not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, hence may not be suitable for smaller enterprises.

This tender offers substantial business growth potential, especially for large-scale suppliers in the agricultural and forestry sectors, considering the significant contract value of £10,000 GBP, with the entire tender valued at £12,000 GBP. Businesses operating in England, where the delivery is intended, have the opportunity to capitalise on this contract. The procurement is spearheaded by the Department for Work and Pensions, offering critical engagement in a governmental project. In particular, large enterprises can provide competitive bids, fortified by their capacity to address the tender's requirements effectively. This engagement not only promises financial benefits but also strengthens business standing through government affiliations.

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Notice Title

Test1

Notice Description

This is a test

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d1b53209-f836-45e0-8eaf-94c238e7d86f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7dd8a10-ccec-496b-82eb-f06cd7eda2c9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - test
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products


CPV Codes

03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2026 - 23 Feb 2026 30 days
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
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9DA
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

TEST SUPPLIER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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