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26 Jun 2026 at 10:12

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by Ordnance Survey Limited, resulted in a contract award for an "Employee Recognition Vouchers" solution, aimed at enhancing the organisation's employee reward and recognition programme. The process, initiated as a tender, falls under the "services" category and was concluded with the award being active as of 1st July 2026, with completion expected by 31st July 2029. Located in Southampton, UK, the contract, valued at £90,000, was awarded to Blackhawk Network EMEA Limited through a direct procurement method "Below threshold - without competition". Concession provisions were applicable, ensuring access to a secure platform for purchasing and redeeming vouchers across various retailers. The main legal framework governing the contract is stipulated under the UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the benefits services industry, particularly those with expertise in digital voucher solutions. Companies specialising in secure online platforms and efficient fulfilment processes are well-suited to partake in similar projects. By fulfilling the contract requirements efficiently, successful suppliers can bolster their reputation within the public sector and expand their portfolio in providing innovative employee benefits solutions. This could lead to further growth and potential collaborations in central government initiatives.

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Notice Title

Employee Recognition Vouchers

Notice Description

The contract is for the provision of an employee recognition voucher solution to support the organisation's employee reward and recognition programme. The service enables the purchase, distribution and redemption of digital and/or physical vouchers which can be awarded to employees in recognition of performance, contribution and achievement. The supplier will provide access to a platform or service through which authorised users can order and issue vouchers, with a range of retailer options available to recipients. The solution must support secure and efficient fulfilment processes, appropriate reporting functionality, and user support to enable effective contract management. The contract has an estimated total value of PS90,000 over a three-year term. The actual expenditure will depend on organisational demand and uptake of the service, with no guarantee of spend.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bde6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060208-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75310000 - Benefit services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£90,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 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
ORDNANCE SURVEY LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO16 0AS
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Chilworth, Nursling & Rownhams
Westminster Constituency
Romsey and Southampton North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLACKHAWK NETWORK EMEA

Further Information

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