This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

23 Jun 2026 at 16:42

TenderUpdate

20 Jan 2026 at 11:58

Tender

16 Dec 2025 at 14:49

Planning

28 Mar 2025 at 12:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "DoF – Integr8 Programme – Payroll Administrative Services (PAS)" has been led by the Department of Finance in the United Kingdom, specifically situated in Belfast. The process has reached the award stage on 23 June 2026 and involves a contract for providing Payroll Administrative Services. This selective procurement employed a competitive flexible procedure and centres around services within the industry category of personnel and payroll services. The contract is significant, with an initial five-year period beginning on 2 September 2026, with two potential extension periods each lasting up to 24 months. The procurement process underwent multiple stages, beginning with planning and moving through to tender and award, ensuring a structured and thorough approach.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for business growth as it addresses a considerable market demand for payroll administrative services, with a total contract value of £54 million gross. Businesses that specialise in these services, particularly those with capabilities in payroll management and personnel services, stand to benefit. Given the competitive flexible procedure, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) like Conexia are well-suited to compete, showcasing adaptability and expertise in service delivery, testing approaches, and implementation plans. The process encourages innovation and thorough supplier evaluation, creating a dynamic environment for businesses capable of delivering high-quality services with a focus on social value and cost-efficiency.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

DoF - Integr8 Programme - Payroll Administrative Services (PAS)

Notice Description

The Department of Finance's (DoF) Integr8 Programme is seeking to establish a contract for the provision of Payroll Administrative Services (PAS). The contract period will be for an initial 5 years with the option of two extension periods, the first up to 24 months and the second also up to 24 months. Please see the procurement documents which provide further information along with the full list of current and prospective Service Recipients.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: There will be two options to extend; the first option up to 24 months and the second up to 24 months.

Planning Information

If you wish to participate in the Contracting Authority's Preliminary Market Engagement for this requirement, a questionnaire for completion is available via eTendersNI under ID 5855881. The questionnaire must be completed and submitted via eTendersNI by the engagement deadline date and time detailed above.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04f9fd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059141-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79211110 - Payroll management services

79631000 - Personnel and payroll services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£45,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£45,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
7 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
23 Jun 20262 months ago
Contract Period
2 Sep 2026 - 1 Sep 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2034-07-03

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Department of Finance
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT1 4NN
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Conexia

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