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Social Media Moderation Tool

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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17 Dec 2025 at 16:01

Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London has recently completed a procurement process for a Social Media Moderation Tool, classified under the IT services category. The contract, awarded on 17th December 2025, focuses on procuring software to handle user-generated content on social media platforms, ensuring it meets specific guidelines and community standards. The contract was signed on 24th July 2025 and is scheduled to last until 23rd July 2027, with the possibility of a one-year extension. This tender falls under a limited procurement method due to its below-threshold status, reflecting limited competition primarily directed at suitable entities within the industry.

This procurement creates substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in IT services, particularly in software development, consulting, and internet support. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can provide comprehensive social media moderation solutions are well-positioned to compete for similar future tenders. The successful supplier, BrandBastion, a Finland-based SME, offers a prime example of the type of business that can thrive in this domain, demonstrating the potential for international companies to secure contracts with major UK authorities such as Transport for London.ambula, the endeavor can seemingly expand their transnational reach and service offerings in the digital engagement sphere.

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Notice Title

Social Media Moderation Tool

Notice Description

Transport for London's comment moderation tool requirement is for software to manage user-generated comments on social media platforms, ensuring they adhere to specific guidelines and community standards. The tool will be used by TfL's digital engagement team to help prevent spam, filter out offensive content, and maintain a positive online environment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f835
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084001-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited 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
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
23 Jul 2025 - 23 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
bsfaribaadministration@tfl.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRANDBASTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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