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26 Jun 2026 at 11:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work & Pensions, based in London, has completed a procurement process for a service contract titled "Business Disability Forum 26/27 Membership". This falls under the services category with a focus on staff training. The contract period spans from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027. The procurement method employed was direct procurement, classified as below threshold and without competition. The tender aimed at maintaining membership with the Business Disability Forum for the specified financial year and has been awarded, with the related contract signed on 1st April 2026.

This procurement offers opportunities particularly to those in the services industry, especially organisations focusing on staff training and development. Businesses that are already part of networks such as the Business Disability Forum or those interested in expanding their services portfolio in similar forums might find this contract example insightful for potential collaborations or service offerings. It highlights potential for growth through partnerships with large government departments, benefiting organisations looking to enhance their client portfolio and establish sector-specific expertise.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Business Disability Forum 26/27 Membership

Notice Description

Membership to Business Disability Forum for Financial Year 26/27 Account No. DWP001 1st April 2026 - 31st March 2027 '20/3/2026 Agreed with Tim Wightman no workflow required for these records. Sourcing done by SSCL'

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06be22
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060310-2026
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80511000 - Staff training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£21,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 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
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9NA
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

BUSINESS DISBILITY FORUM

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