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Website Hosting and Support

HOUSING OMBUDSMAN SERVICE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

04 Dec 2025 at 14:31

Award

22 Oct 2025 at 13:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Housing Ombudsman Service, a central government public authority, has completed the procurement process for "Website Hosting and Support". The contract, awarded to CIVIC COMPUTING LIMITED, covers services related to IT consultancy, software development, Internet, and support. Situated in London, the procurement was concluded using a direct method, specifically below threshold without competition. The contract commenced on 1st December 2025, with potential for a one-year extension, and is set to run until 30th November 2026. The total contract value is £80,000, offering significant opportunities in the IT services category across the UK.

This tender presents favourable growth prospects for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly SMEs, given its scope focuses on website upkeep, security protocols, and accessibility audits. Civic Computing Limited, a supplier based in Edinburgh, exemplifies the kind of tech-oriented company well-suited for such contracts. It provides an ideal opportunity for businesses involved in web development, maintenance, and analytics to expand their footprint through government contracts. Engagement with public sector projects such as this can enhance a firm’s credibility and portfolio, especially for those aiming to collaborate frequently with governmental bodies.

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Notice Title

Website Hosting and Support

Notice Description

G-Cloud 14 services required * Ongoing maintenance, hosting & support of HOS's existing website * Regular patching and upkeep of security protocols to maintain continuity of service * Website development work where requested * Carrying out annual accessibility audits to maintain access * Capture of website analytics * Training needs as and required * Ongoing maintenance and development work on the online webform - this is an area we frequently update and needs specialist attention Additional Services * Capture, display and publication of HOS's determination cases and landlord performance reports for public view and download if required. * Support of webchat functionality by outsourced enquiries services partner. * UIX support services to ensure smart user engagement with our products.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d1bd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079790-2025
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
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£66,667 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 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
HOUSING OMBUDSMAN SERVICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@housing-ombudsman.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CIVIC COMPUTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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