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Modern slavery and human trafficking data

OFCOM

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03 Aug 2026 at 15:17

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process led by Ofcom, a sub-central government public authority based in London, was focused on the "Modern slavery and human trafficking data" project. This initiative falls within the services category, specifically targeting data preparation services. Ofcom directly awarded the contract to Unseen UK, a large organisation known for their focus on social issues, without competition under the "Below threshold" procurement rules. Key contract dates include the signing on 17th March 2026, with services expected to span from that date until 17th March 2027, with the possibility of a 12-month extension until 2028.

This contract offers substantial opportunities for businesses adept at handling complex data and generating actionable insights into societal issues like modern slavery and human trafficking. Companies experienced in data services and social justice initiatives stand to benefit greatly from engaging in similar projects. The nature of the procurement, involving direct awards and non-competitive processes, suggests that businesses with established reputations and prior experience with relevant authorities may find a competitive edge in future similar tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Modern slavery and human trafficking data

Notice Description

Unseen UK will provide Ofcom with quarterly access to anonymised data and insights derived from the Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06da4d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073349-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

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

CPV Codes

72312100 - Data preparation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£46,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20264 months ago
Contract Period
17 Mar 2026 - 17 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFCOM
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
SE1 9HA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNSEEN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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