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title: "Test Strategy for Transfer Digital Records (TDR)"
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published: "2026-03-04"
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# Test Strategy for Transfer Digital Records (TDR)

Buyer: THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3f447470-5cc0-4d1a-9573-c791b0234f7a

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## Summary

The National Archives, located in Richmond, England, has completed the procurement process for "Test Strategy for Transfer Digital Records (TDR)," a contract within the technical analysis or consultancy services industry. The procurement method was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. As of 4th March 2026, the process was at the award stage, marking the successful selection of Zoonou Limited, a supplier recognised for its capabilities suited to small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The tender period ended on 13th February 2026, with the contract period spanning from 19th February to 25th March 2026. Businesses interested in competing in future opportunities may wish to note this timeframe.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses that provide technical consultancy services, especially those classified as SMEs. The contract involved developing and aligning a test strategy with the Government Service Standard, emphasising light-touch enablement with minimal developer effort. Such services are crucial for organisations aiming to optimise digital record transfer processes, suggesting market potential for companies specialising in digital strategy consultancy, technical assessments, and governmental standards alignment. Businesses with expertise in these areas and a focus on servicing public sector organisations, like The National Archives, are well-positioned to flourish from engagements of this nature.

## Notice

3 Phase testing schedule to produce an assessment of the current state of the TDR (Transfer Digital Records) programme of work, and a test strategy aligned to the Government Service Standard, with light-touch enablement and minimal developer effort.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e154d5fc-0c6c-4f62-9e38-15ba42fdeaa7 |
| 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 | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 19 Feb 2026 - 25 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £17,700 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £17,700 |
| 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 | THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 4DU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2026 at 11:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e154d5fc-0c6c-4f62-9e38-15ba42fdeaa7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e154d5fc-0c6c-4f62-9e38-15ba42fdeaa7
  4th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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