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Argus Media Contract

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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16 Dec 2025 at 23:49

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Argus Media Contract was managed by the Department for Transport, focusing on the acquisition of low carbon fuel pricing data. This falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems, with additional classifications related to IT services such as consulting and support. The contract, valued at £34,500, was procured via a direct, single tender action, deemed suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Based in London, UK, the procurement has reached the award stage, with the contract period beginning on 1st September 2025 and ending on 31st August 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in information systems and IT services, especially those dealing with consulting, software development, or support. SMEs in these fields could find the procurement's direct method advantageous by reducing competition and facilitating engagement. The involvement of a large supplier, ARGUS MEDIA LIMITED, suggests potential for collaborative ventures, particularly for smaller firms aiming to scale by partnering with established providers in similar sectors.

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Notice Title

Argus Media Contract

Notice Description

Contract to access the latest data on low carbon fuel prices.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ee31dfb6-c9d2-4369-bd51-bf2c2b002403
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4b1fc49-35d3-43f6-b222-7e668924488c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£34,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£34,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
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
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARGUS MEDIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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