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704 - EML Prepayments Card Services

WIGAN COUNCIL

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20 May 2026 at 10:12

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process concerns Wigan Council as the buying organisation and involves the provision of EML Prepayments Card Services under the framework NEPO505 - Lot 1, focusing on financial and insurance services within England, United Kingdom. The procurement followed a direct award method, indicating a swift and efficient selection process. Key dates include the contract period starting on 1st April 2026 and concluding on 31st March 2028, with the final award published on 20th May 2026. The procurement stage is at the Award phase, with a total contract value of GBP 105,645.

This tender represents a promising opportunity for businesses in the financial services sector, particularly those specialising in prepaid payment solutions. The direct award process, executed under a framework agreement, suggests an efficient allocation method that favours well-established suppliers like EML Payments. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find future opportunities appealing under similar frameworks. The focus on financial services within the UK market makes it an attractive prospect for businesses aiming to solidify their presence or expand within this industry sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

704 - EML Prepayments Card Services

Notice Description

Direct award via call-off from NEPO505 - Lot 1 - Prepaid payments framework

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d71ff3ed-6ae9-41c4-8304-690dcb3952b6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/107ce2b7-7fe3-4296-b70f-bda68c8f3b99
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

CPV Codes

66000000 - Financial and insurance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£105,645 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£105,645 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 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
WIGAN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WIGAN
Postcode
WN1 1YN
Post Town
Wigan
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD36 Greater Manchester North West
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Wigan
Electoral Ward
Wigan Central
Westminster Constituency
Wigan

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EML PAYMENTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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