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DfE Sign-in Accessibility Audit Contract 25/26 (con_27948)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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17 Jul 2025 at 17:47

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "DfE Sign-in Accessibility Audit Contract 25/26" has completed with the awarding of the contract to Zoonou Ltd. Commissioned by the Department for Education, this tender falls under the IT services industry category, specifically focused on consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The process employed a selective procurement method, via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract aims to ensure the DfE Sign-in service complies with accessibility standards and regulations across the UK, including regions such as North East, London, and South West. The procurement process reached the award stage, with the award notice published on 17 July 2025, following an award date of 20 June 2025, and the contract period spans from 14 July to 22 October 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for IT service providers, particularly those experienced in conducting accessibility audits and compliance checks. Businesses that are small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to this contract as indicated by the Department for Education's suitability criteria. By winning such contracts, SMEs can enhance their reputation in the public sector, expand their portfolio of governmental projects, and establish themselves as experts in the niche of accessibility compliance. This contract not only allows for growth within the IT sector but also fosters potential long-term relationships with governmental bodies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DfE Sign-in Accessibility Audit Contract 25/26 (con_27948)

Notice Description

"Supplier to conduct an accessibility audit of the ""DfE Sign-in"" service and provide a comprehensive report so DfE Sign-in ensure compliance with accessibility standards and regulations"

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-eef9f066-83c6-4a70-90ec-dc226f282a2d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/811418bf-06a2-4b30-827c-7375e5e027d5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,100 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£13,100 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
13 Jul 2025 - 22 Oct 2025 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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial.helpdesk@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WESTMINSTER, LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ZOONOU

Further Information

Notice Documents

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