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title: "Magic Notes Implementation 2026"
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# Magic Notes Implementation 2026

Buyer: BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-64b14bf4-08c9-49f7-b15b-b18bb09b6a3d

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## Summary

Bristol City Council has successfully concluded a procurement process for the "Magic Notes Implementation 2026" project. This initiative, falling under the health and social work services category, sought to implement an online transcription tool to assist staff with diverse communication needs. The direct award contract, valued at £150,000, was awarded to Beam Up to enhance staff capability across the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender process was completed on 22 December 2025, with the contract period set to begin on 12 January 2026 and conclude on 11 January 2027.

This procurement represents an opportunity for businesses involved in project management software or transcription services to explore similar projects for potential growth. SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises) are particularly well-placed to capitalise on such opportunities, given the emphasis on inclusivity and accessibility in the service provided. Engaging in such contracts can significantly enhance a company's portfolio and contribute to building strong partnerships with public sector entities like Bristol City Council.

## Notice

Magic Notes is an online transcription tool that records conversations and produces written notes. We are buying this service to support our diverse workforce, including staff with different communication needs, learning styles needs, and levels of confidence with written documentation. The tool will help practitioners capture conversations in a clear and accurate way, support those who find typing or writing challenging, and provide a more inclusive way for staff to record their work.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3120d3b3-7adb-4d84-891d-d4ed4aed665a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 12 Jan 2026 - 11 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £75,000 |
| 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 | BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5TR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Hotwells and Harbourside |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BEAM UP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 48331000 - Project management software package
- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 22 Dec 2025 at 14:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3120d3b3-7adb-4d84-891d-d4ed4aed665a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3120d3b3-7adb-4d84-891d-d4ed4aed665a
  22nd December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.bristol.gov.uk/

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