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title: "Major Historic Archiving Project"
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# Major Historic Archiving Project

Buyer: CABINET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-23c8ef82-839c-4ed6-976d-12ab1ec7a2ed

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## Summary

The Cabinet Office has engaged Bloom Procurement Services Ltd for the Major Historic Archiving Project, an innovative online service dedicated to exploring the reign of Elizabeth II. The procurement falls under the category of IT services, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support, aimed at providing solutions to build, run, and enhance the platform. Located at Newcastle upon Tyne, the project is valued at £750,000 and has progressed to the awardUpdate stage as of 4th March 2026, with the contract period spanning from 2nd February 2026 to 31st March 2027. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, and is suitable for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs).

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses within the IT sector, particularly those experienced in archiving or digital memorial services. Firms specialising in software development and digital management can gain valuable exposure and expertise by participating in this project. The suitability for SMEs makes it an attractive venture for smaller IT consultancies aspiring to collaborate with government entities, facilitating growth through active engagement in a high-profile digital transformation project.

## Notice

Softwire Technology Limited have been appointed by Bloom Procurement Services Ltd on behalf of the Minister for the Cabinet Office to provide the build, run, and continuous improvement capabilities for a Major Historic Archiving Project - an online service intended to allow the public to learn about the reign of Elizabeth II.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1483f759-9e06-4313-b584-53a3286dbd43 |
| 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 | 4 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £750,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £750,000 |
| 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 | BLOOM PROCUREMENT SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2026 at 17:49 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1483f759-9e06-4313-b584-53a3286dbd43
- 27 Feb 2026 at 20:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1483f759-9e06-4313-b584-53a3286dbd43

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1483f759-9e06-4313-b584-53a3286dbd43
  4th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1233c874-5db8-4247-90bf-5ba8a5fd8def

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