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title: "GCS Modernisation Programme"
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# GCS Modernisation Programme

Buyer: CABINET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1137de1f-482d-45fb-a7a4-9db6ef46a05c

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## Summary

The Cabinet Office has awarded a contract for the Modernising Government Communications Programme, a consultancy initiative aimed at reforming the government communications function. The procurement, categorised under 'Communications infrastructure', uses a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, tailored specifically for services. The contract period spans from 30th March 2026 to 30th March 2028, with Baringa Partners LLP named as the supplier in the award dated 13th April 2026. The project will take place in London, at the Cabinet Office's postal code SW1A 2AS.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in communications consultancy, particularly those within the SME category, given the contract's focus on sourcing specialist skills. Businesses adept in delivering government communication strategies will find this an ideal growth opportunity, especially if they are experienced in scaled operations and possess a strong understanding of the communications infrastructure industry. The Cabinet Office's role as the buyer showcases the level of governmental involvement and potential for future projects, making it essential for companies wishing to establish a presence in government consultancy.

## Notice

The Government Communication Service is seeking a consultancy supplier to deliver the Modernising Government Communications Programme. This requirement is to source specialist skills to shape and deliver a comprehensive reform of the government communications function.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aade6c3b-6ec0-483a-89a8-8bf3ec250439 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 29 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £550,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £550,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CABINET OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2AS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BARINGA PARTNERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32571000 - Communications infrastructure

## Release History

- 17 Apr 2026 at 10:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aade6c3b-6ec0-483a-89a8-8bf3ec250439

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aade6c3b-6ec0-483a-89a8-8bf3ec250439
  17th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/06eb7e14-3bed-4786-b644-741374ded64f

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