--- title: "Democratic Engagement Projects: engaging under-registered groups in democracy" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-49e4abf1-2c8a-4889-b46b-04abfeccb6c1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-49e4abf1-2c8a-4889-b46b-04abfeccb6c1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-49e4abf1-2c8a-4889-b46b-04abfeccb6c1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-49e4abf1-2c8a-4889-b46b-04abfeccb6c1.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION" published: "2025-12-09" --- # Democratic Engagement Projects: engaging under-registered groups in democracy Buyer: THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-49e4abf1-2c8a-4889-b46b-04abfeccb6c1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-49e4abf1-2c8a-4889-b46b-04abfeccb6c1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-49e4abf1-2c8a-4889-b46b-04abfeccb6c1.json) ## Summary The Electoral Commission is planning a procurement process titled "Democratic Engagement Projects: engaging under-registered groups in democracy". This initiative seeks to enhance democratic participation among those less likely to be registered to vote. The project is classified under the electronic information services industry category and is planned to take place across the United Kingdom. Key dates include a future notice date of 15th December 2025, and the contract period is set to commence on 9th February 2026, ending on 31st August 2027. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a budget allocation of £390,000 for 2025/2026 and a total tender value of £100,000 using an open procedure above the threshold. This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses, especially SMEs and organisations with a strong track record in community or democratic engagement. The project is divided into several Lots, supporting varied initiatives such as action research, accessible voting, and digital engagement. The focus is on fostering innovation and effective community education practices, making this an ideal opportunity for businesses excelling in tech-based solutions, awareness campaigns, and capacity building related to democratic processes. While the tender is inviting expertise across a range of sectors, organisations are encouraged to form joint bids with experienced partners to enhance their competitiveness. ## Notice We will commission projects which aim to increase democratic participation among groups who are less likely to be registered to vote and those who face other barriers. More information on these groups can be found in the attached EOI document. We will commission projects grouped under the following Lots: Lot 1: Action research projects, to pilot new and innovative approaches to democratic engagement in England Lot 2: Accessible voting projects, to support disabled and neurodivergent voters across the UK Lot 3: Digital engagement projects, to engage new and diverse audiences and explore the role that digital engagement can have in increasing participation Lot 4 - Democratic Engagement Projects (Scotland) - small to medium scale projects that will pilot new and innovative approaches in Scotland only. We welcome a wide range of initiatives. We will encourage innovation and creativity from partners, while incorporating best practice in education and community engagement. Initiatives could include traditional education interventions, activities to upskill professionals and trusted community voices, initiatives to build capacity to deliver democratic engagement, events, tech-based solutions, and awareness raising activities. Projects should explore a range of topics based on what is important to their audiences, such as: - Registering to vote - The voter ID requirement - Ways to vote - How to identify mis- and disinformation - What to expect at the polling station - Upcoming changes to elections This call is intended for organisations with a proven track record of delivering community or democratic engagement activities. While we welcome diverse expertise, applications from organisations whose primary focus is academic research, consultancy or market analysis are discouraged unless they are part of a joint bid led by an organisation with the required experience. Next steps If you are interested in applying for this tender, please register your interest. 1. Register on the portal The expected invitation to tender will be published on the Electoral Commission's Procurement Portal, please register as a supplier by following this link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/electoralcommission If you need help with registering, please may you contact the In-tend Technical Helpdesk on 0114 407 0065. 2. Contact procurement, register interest Once you have registered on the portal, please contact us stating which lot/s you intend on applying for. There is no need to formally respond to the tender at this stage with an application. To express interest, please: 1. Register on the Electoral Commission's In-Tend Procurement Portal 2. Email procurement@electoralcommission.org.uk with confirmation of interest. Please include 'WP132 Democratic Engagement Projects 2025-30' in the subject line. Contact details Name: The Electoral Commission - Procurement Team Email address: procurement@electoralcommission.org.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c008db4-4a27-47fb-8a4e-444a5570b368 | | Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Dec 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 15 Dec 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 9 Feb 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | EC1Y 8YZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI43 Haringey and Islington | | Local authority | Islington | | Electoral ward | Bunhill | | Westminster constituency | Islington South and Finsbury | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 64 - Postal and telecommunications services - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 64216200 - Electronic information services - 75200000 - Provision of services to the community - 79315000 - Social research services - 98300000 - Miscellaneous services ## Release History - 9 Dec 2025 at 14:04 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c008db4-4a27-47fb-8a4e-444a5570b368 - 4 Dec 2025 at 16:29 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c008db4-4a27-47fb-8a4e-444a5570b368 - 24 Nov 2025 at 12:45 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c008db4-4a27-47fb-8a4e-444a5570b368 - 21 Nov 2025 at 14:38 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c008db4-4a27-47fb-8a4e-444a5570b368 - 19 Nov 2025 at 14:00 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c008db4-4a27-47fb-8a4e-444a5570b368 - 19 Nov 2025 at 13:16 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c008db4-4a27-47fb-8a4e-444a5570b368 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c008db4-4a27-47fb-8a4e-444a5570b368 9th December 2025 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7ccc7620-1e08-4b24-99bf-8e7b945505d3 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/17cc6ba2-fe95-4564-90af-90a384e59c52 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7f58a401-427d-400b-adc7-b22be8b9b6d3 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e5919bb1-3686-4874-a937-11f8947604be ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/electoralcommission ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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