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RBGKEW1507 - Replacement Cookie Consent Banner software for RBG Kew websites

BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW

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27 Mar 2026 at 12:14

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew focused on acquiring a replacement Cookie Consent Banner software for their websites. Categorised under software-related services, the procurement utilised a Request For Quotation method with limited competition. The award phase was completed as of 27th March 2026, with the contract active since 27th February 2026, and scheduled to end on 26th February 2029. Located in the United Kingdom, the services will benefit multiple regions including UKC, UKD, and more within the UK. This contract, with a gross value of £35,661, showcases how procurement in public authority - central government bodies is often specialised and specific, highlighting the importance of targeting opportunities within a set timeline.

This tender presents significant opportunities for software service providers, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), focusing on the public sector's needs for compliance and site functionality improvements. The contract being awarded to US-based firm USERCENTRICS INC underscores the potential for international SMEs to engage in UK governmental contracts, enhancing growth by tapping into public sector demand. Businesses specialising in software solutions, particularly those tailored towards web compliance and consent management, are well-suited to this type of procurement, as they can leverage expertise to meet the contracting authority’s specific requirements. Such contracts not only lead to new revenue streams but also aid in building a firm's portfolio and credibility within the government sector.

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Notice Title

RBGKEW1507 - Replacement Cookie Consent Banner software for RBG Kew websites

Notice Description

Replacement Cookie Consent Banner software for RBG Kew websites - Route to market : Request For Quotation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06766d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028475-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£29,718 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
27 Feb 2026 - 26 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KEW GREEN
Postcode
TW9 3AE
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

USERCENTRICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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