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OPCC Website Design & Hosting

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR WARWICKSHIRE

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03 Mar 2026 at 15:24

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Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Warwickshire has awarded a contract for the design and hosting of its public-facing website as part of a digital transformation programme to enhance accessibility and public engagement. Zodiac Media, located in Swansea, was selected as the supplier following a below-threshold, limited competition procurement process. The contract commenced on 1st April 2026 and is set for an initial period of four years, with the possibility of extension for up to two additional years. Valued at £59,390 plus VAT, the project is focused on delivering a compliant, secure, and user-centric platform to support the Commissioner's strategic priorities and statutory duties.

This contract presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in web design, hosting, and software consultancy. Companies with expertise in creating services that comply with strict accessibility standards and align with government digital frameworks could benefit greatly from similar opportunities in the public sector. The project requires delivering solutions that support digital initiatives, thus favouring businesses with innovative approaches to enhancing user experience and public engagement. Small and medium-sized enterprises with a focus on technical excellence, especially in software development and consultancy, would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

OPCC Website Design & Hosting

Notice Description

The Police & Crime Commissioner for Warwickshire has awarded a contract for hosting and maintenance of The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Warwickshire's public-facing website. This procurement exercise forms part of a strategic digital transformation programme to improve accessibility, security and public engagement. The successful supplier will be expected to deliver a modern, compliant and user-centred website aligned with national standards and OPCC priorities as follows: * Fully complies with WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility standards and relevant UK legislation, with particular regard to the Public Sector Bodies Accessibility Regulations 2018/2022. * Aligns with the GOV.UK Design System and OPCC branding. * Improves user experience, particularly for mobile and tablet users. * Supports multi-domain management and secure content areas. * Enables future digital initiatives such as victim service directories and volunteer portals. * Enhances public engagement and transparency through accessible, structured content. The successful supplier will deliver a secure, scalable and user-centred platform that supports the OPCC's statutory duties and strategic priorities. The award was made following a below threshold invitation only one stage procurement procedure. The contract will be for an initial term of 4 years with option to extend up to a further 2 years. The total contract value including extension terms is PS59,390 plus VAT.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066145
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019092-2026
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

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

48224000 - Web page editing software package

72212224 - Web page editing software development services

72212510 - Communication software development services

72266000 - Software consultancy services

72413000 - World wide web (www) site design services

72415000 - World wide web (www) site operation host services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£59,390 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR WARWICKSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEK WOOTTON
Postcode
CV35 7QB
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG13 Warwickshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Warwick
Electoral Ward
Warwick All Saints & Woodloes
Westminster Constituency
Warwick and Leamington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ZODIAC MEDIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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