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title: "Communications software tool"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2ed4a13b-7bed-4eff-98a1-22ef33780a9c"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BANK OF ENGLAND"
published: "2026-03-09"
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# Communications software tool

Buyer: BANK OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2ed4a13b-7bed-4eff-98a1-22ef33780a9c

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## Summary

The procurement process for a "Communications software tool" was facilitated by the Bank of England, aimed at enhancing their Internal Communications Team. Categorised under "Software package and information systems," this contract serves the services industry and is located in England, United Kingdom. The process reached the award stage with an active award status dated 9th March 2026. The procurement method employed was a limited process via competitive quotation below the threshold, with the tender period concluding on 1st April 2023. The contract period extends from 1st June 2023 to 31st May 2026. This procurement supports a strategic communications initiative by one of the UK's leading financial institutions.

This tender provides lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in software and information systems, particularly those offering communications solutions. While not specifically suitable for SMEs or VCS organisations, large-scale enterprises focusing on software might find significant growth prospects due to the stable contract terms and defined scope. Forfront Limited, located in London, has been awarded this contract valued at £55,780, showcasing the opportunities available to firms capable of delivering sophisticated communication tools to high-profile public bodies like the Bank of England.

## Notice

Communications software tool for Internal Communications Team.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47b1a25b-ea32-4ec2-92db-3f9bcde73489 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Apr 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2023 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2023 - 31 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £55,780 |
| 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 | BANK OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC2R 8AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | City of London |
| Electoral ward | Walbrook |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FORFRONT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 9 Mar 2026 at 12:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47b1a25b-ea32-4ec2-92db-3f9bcde73489

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47b1a25b-ea32-4ec2-92db-3f9bcde73489
  9th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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