Award

Employee Wellbeing Benefits Contract

DEFRA COMMERCIAL

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03 Nov 2025 at 09:39

Summary of the contracting process

Defra Commercial, based in London, has completed a public procurement process awarding the "Employee Wellbeing Benefits Contract" in the category of personnel and payroll services (CPV code 79631000). The procurement process was conducted via a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Reward Gateway has been awarded as the supplier for this contract, which is valued at £324,000. The contract will commence on 2nd May 2027 and conclude on 1st May 2029. The procurement stage at the time of this summary is 'Award', with the award being active since 3rd November 2025. The contract covers a wide geographical scope, including various regions such as the British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, as well as internationally.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in personnel and payroll services to compete and grow. The scope of the contract suggests that it is particularly suited for organisations capable of operating on a large scale, although its suitability for SMEs and VCSEs has also been noted, indicating potential inclusivity for smaller enterprises. Businesses with an international presence or aspirations to expand globally may find this contract particularly advantageous given its broad geographical application. The ability to provide comprehensive employee wellbeing services is critical for successful engagement with this procurement opportunity.

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Notice Title

Employee Wellbeing Benefits Contract

Notice Description

Employee Wellbeing Benefits Contract

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f00fd2a6-891b-40a9-bafc-2cc8917485e1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c22582a1-18cb-437e-b1cc-80efb09c0b24
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79631000 - Personnel and payroll services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£324,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Apr 20272 years to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 May 2027 - 1 May 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA COMMERCIAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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

REWARD GATEWAY

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