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Music Licence 2025-2026

HM LAND REGISTRY

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08 Jul 2025 at 15:44

Summary of the contracting process

The HM Land Registry has completed the procurement process for the "Music Licence 2025-2026" through a direct procurement method, categorised under miscellaneous business-related services. Located in the heart of Croydon, this central government public authority is now authorised to legally play and perform music within the organisation, empowered through the licence provided by PPL PRS Ltd. The contract, active from 8th June 2025 and concluding on 7th June 2026, was directly awarded without competition, with total gross value of £17,937.71. The service covers multiple regions across the United Kingdom, indicating a widespread implementation for music access within the organisation.

This procurement presents significant business opportunities primarily for large-scale service providers like PPL PRS Ltd who specialise in unique offerings such as music licensing, a niche area with limited competition. Businesses with capabilities in providing specialised licensing services can explore similar procurement avenues, particularly those able to meet specific organisational needs across widespread geographic locations. The process highlights prospects for businesses to engage with government bodies that require tailored service solutions, presenting an avenue for growth within public sector collaborations.

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Notice Title

Music Licence 2025-2026

Notice Description

This licence gives HM Land Registry provision to legally play and perform music within the organisation, whether through the radio, TV, and other digital devices. PPL PRS Limited are the only supplier in the market who can provide the Music Licence.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055b78
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038374-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79990000 - Miscellaneous business-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£14,948 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jun 2025 - 7 Jun 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HM LAND REGISTRY
Contact Name
Sammy Vickers
Contact Email
commercialgovernance@landregistry.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CROYDON
Postcode
CR0 2AQ
Post Town
Croydon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI62 Croydon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Croydon
Electoral Ward
Fairfield
Westminster Constituency
Croydon West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PPL PRS

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