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Office for Product Safety & Standards National Quality Infrastructure - Digitalisation Opportunities Scoping Study

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE

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09 Jan 2026 at 11:13

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business & Trade, a public authority under the central government of the United Kingdom, has awarded a contract for the project titled "Office for Product Safety & Standards National Quality Infrastructure - Digitalisation Opportunities Scoping Study." This contract aims to explore digitalisation coordination opportunities within the cross-National Quality Infrastructure (NQI) system. The contract was completed and became active on 8th January 2026, following its signing on 16th December 2025. It is set to conclude on 29th October 2026. The procurement process for this contract was conducted through a direct method, classified as 'below threshold - without competition.' The project's location is specified as the United Kingdom, and it falls under the services category, specifically focusing on research services.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in research services within the digitalisation sector, looking to partner with government bodies. The direct procurement method suggests an opportunity for specific expertise or a niche service provision, advantageous for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like IfM Engage Ltd, the supplier chosen for this contract. The nature of the project, centred around digital infrastructure and quality standards, is well-suited for companies with strong competencies in high-tech research and the digital transformation of public structures. Engaging in such projects can enhance a company's profile, foster innovation, and open doors to further government collaborations.

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Notice Title

Office for Product Safety & Standards National Quality Infrastructure - Digitalisation Opportunities Scoping Study

Notice Description

Scoping study to explore cross-National Quality Infrastructure (NQI) system digitalisation coordination opportunities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06028b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001749-2026
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£99,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
8 Jan 2026 - 29 Oct 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialbpo@businessandtrade.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
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

IFM ENGAGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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