This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

22 Jul 2026 at 09:46

Planning

22 Jul 2026 at 09:34

Planning

08 Jul 2026 at 11:36

Summary of the contracting process

The Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA) has initiated an open tendering process for the "IPSA Website Project" to design, build, implement, and support the maintenance of its website. As a buyer located in London, IPSA is a public authority operating under sub-central government classification. The procurement falls under the information technology services industry category and is in the active tender stage as of 22nd July 2026. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 27th August 2026, with the award due to be announced by 11th September 2026. This project embraces the open procedure method, allowing for electronic submissions in English and is covered by the GPA guidelines.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services and web design, particularly for SMEs. The contract, with a value of up to £392,000, spans from 21st September 2026 to 20th September 2030, offering a significant duration for business engagement. Given the emphasis on both quality and price, businesses with a strong track record of delivering high-quality digital services at competitive prices will be well-suited to compete. This project could foster business growth, providing exposure to governmental contracts and enhancing credentials within the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

IPSA Website Project

Notice Description

Provision of Design, Build, Implementation and Ongoing Maintenance/Support Services of the IPSA Website(s)

Planning Information

Interested suppliers are invited to a pre-market engagement Teams event on 17 July 2026. If you would like to attend please email - Samantha.Richardson@theipsa.org.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c648
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069025-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender 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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

72413000 - World wide web (www) site design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£326,667 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£326,667 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
27 Jul 20264 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
INDEPENDENT PARLIAMENTRY STANDARDS AUTHORITY
Additional Buyers

INDEPENDENT PARLIAMENTARY STANDARDS AUTHORITY (IPSA)

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
WC2N 6AB
Post Town
Central 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
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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