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UK6 - The Data City

DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY

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10 Feb 2026 at 14:41

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

23 Dec 2025 at 16:06

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation & Technology awarded a contract to DATA CITY INNOVATIONS LTD for a project titled "UK6 - The Data City." The contract is part of the services industry category, focusing on data supply services and spans across the United Kingdom, specifically coordinated from London. This procurement was executed via a direct method, below the threshold and without competition, indicating a fast-track selection of the supplier. The contract, initiated from a tender process, commenced on 3rd February 2026 and is scheduled to conclude on 11th January 2027, with a total contract value of £14,400 GBP.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the provision of specialised data services to the government, particularly those that can deliver insights into the dynamics of emerging technology sectors. Companies equipped to innovate in data analysis and technological advancements will find this sector lucrative, as it directly impacts strategic decision-making processes within the UK government. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs), like DATA CITY INNOVATIONS LTD, can enhance their portfolios and reputation by participating in such public engagements, thereby facilitating business growth through governmental collaboration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK6 - The Data City

Notice Description

DSIT requires specialised data on companies with emerging technologies to inform policy and strategic decisions. The contract provides unique and important coverage on sectoral dynamics and innovation patterns, ensuring timely insights into technological advancements shaping the UK economy.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fce0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011972-2026
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

72319000 - Data supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£12,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£12,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
3 Feb 2026 - 11 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
sigcommercialapprovals@dsit.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
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

DATA CITY INNOVATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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