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The Provision of Data for Global Talent Taskforce

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE

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11 May 2026 at 11:16

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "The Provision of Data for Global Talent Taskforce" was conducted by the Department for Business & Trade, situated in London, United Kingdom. This contract focuses on the services industry, specifically data services, and has been awarded under the "award" and "contract" procurement stages. It was initiated as a tender process without competition, deemed below the threshold. Relevant dates include the contract signing on 28th April 2026, with the contract period extending from this start date until 28th April 2027. The total gross value of the contract is £16,800, and it has been awarded to Zeki Research Limited, a small and medium-sized enterprise located in London.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for SMEs specialising in data services that are capable of providing comprehensive datasets on company founders. Such businesses can leverage their expertise to support government initiatives like the Global Talent Taskforce, aiming at identifying pivotal individuals for engagement. It exemplifies the government's focus on smaller, nimble enterprises that deliver specific, data-driven solutions, creating pathways for businesses that can contribute to strategic government objectives. This contract highlights the potential for growth by aligning business capabilities with governmental data needs, especially for those possessing strong analytic and data interpretation skills.

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Notice Title

The Provision of Data for Global Talent Taskforce

Notice Description

The Supplier will provide a spreadsheet containing data on company founders, including key information on location, career history, achievements, company details, and evidence of strong links to the UK. The dataset will support the Government in identifying priority individuals for targeted engagement and outreach.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069590
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042934-2026
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

72300000 - Data services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£14,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 Apr 2026 - 28 Apr 2027 1-2 years
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

ZEKI RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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