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PROCAT & SAR Transitional Architecture

THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES

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18 May 2026 at 13:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Archives, located in Richmond, England, has successfully completed the award stage of its tender process titled "PROCAT & SAR Transitional Architecture". This procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting software programming and consultancy services. The contract, valued at £138,748.8, is set within a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a selective procurement method. The tender period concluded on 30th March 2026, with the contract period scheduled between 2nd April 2026 and 9th July 2026. The awarded supplier is Zaizi Limited, registered in London, England.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses involved in software programming and consultancy to participate in public sector projects, particularly those structured under framework agreements. Given the focus on services and the affirmative suitability for SMEs, this contract could benefit small to medium enterprises looking to expand their portfolio through governmental collaborations. Companies specialising in transition architecture and consultancy services could find this contract especially beneficial as it opens doors to further engagements within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PROCAT & SAR Transitional Architecture

Notice Description

PROCAT & SAR Transitional Architecture

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dd4f5c03-c92b-4d62-bf10-11fbb32fcb04
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/909f4542-aa15-47de-ad7d-6dd3da6603ce
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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£138,748 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£138,748 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 9 Jul 2026 1-6 months
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
THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 4DU
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ZAIZI

Further Information

Notice Documents

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