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Disproportionality Videos

CROWN PROSECUTION SERVICE

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06 Mar 2026 at 12:48

Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Prosecution Service, a central government public authority located at 102 Petty France, London, United Kingdom, has awarded a contract for "Disproportionality Videos," which are to be professionally produced to explore themes of disproportionality and racial bias within the criminal justice system. This process reached the award stage, culminating on 6th March 2026, involving limited competition under the legal framework UKPGA 2023/54. Chocolate Films, based in London, has been selected as the supplier for this project, which falls within the 'goods' industry category, specifically focusing on video film production. The contract, signed on 4th March 2026, is valued at £40,000, running until 3rd March 2027.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in video production and content creation, particularly those adept at capturing and storytelling complex societal themes through visual media. With a procurement method tailored for limited competition, this contract is ideal for SMEs with a proven track record in producing empathetic yet informative films. The selected supplier, Chocolate Films, represents a fitting example of the bespoke expertise sought by the Crown Prosecution Service, indicating a competitive edge for businesses capable of delivering nuanced and impactful video narratives.

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Notice Title

Disproportionality Videos

Notice Description

Videos produced to a high professional standard, striking the right balance between informative and empathetic, each capturing a unique lived experience related to disproportionality and racial bias in the CJS through interviews.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06641b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020367-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

32354500 - Video films

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
4 Mar 2026 - 3 Mar 2027 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
CROWN PROSECUTION SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9EA
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

CHOCOLATE FILMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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