Planning

Spring Release Test 1

FINANCIAL CONDUCT AUTHORITY

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Planning

14 May 2026 at 12:02

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is initiating a public procurement process for the project titled "Spring Release Test 1", under the industry category of services and goods. This open procedure is in the planning stage, with the contract expected to commence on 1st November 2026 and conclude by 1st November 2028, with a possible extension until 1st November 2029. Located in London, this procurement aims to engage suppliers for services related to photocopier repair and textile camping goods. Key dates include a future notice expected by 1st August 2026, indicating further progress in the procurement timeline. The estimated value of this contract is GBP 1,000,000, reflecting its significance to interested parties.

This procurement presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs, specializing in photocopier repair services and textile goods, to expand their operations and forge partnerships with a central government authority. The open procedure facilitates a competitive environment, granting equal opportunity for all capable suppliers. By engaging in this contract, businesses can benefit from financial growth, increased visibility, and a strengthened portfolio through association with the FCA. Companies with expertise and resources in delivering reliable service within the specified timelines and criteria will find themselves well-suited to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Spring Release Test 1

Notice Description

Spring Release Test 1 - UK1 Publication

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0698ae
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044343-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

39522500 - Textile camping goods

50313100 - Photocopier repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 1 Nov 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FINANCIAL CONDUCT AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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