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title: "Bank Validation and Postcode Lookup Services"
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# Bank Validation and Postcode Lookup Services

Buyer: THE CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7e69f03a-0196-4a2a-bf56-fb72bf3d114a

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by The Charity Commission for England and Wales, located in Liverpool, has been completed for the provision of "Bank Validation and Postcode Lookup Services". Classified under IT services, this tender falls within the broader category of consulting, software development, internet, and support services. A selective procurement method was utilised, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period is scheduled from 30th January 2026 to 29th January 2027, with key involvement from the supplier, Data8 Limited. The final award was announced on 27th January 2026, following the completion of the tender stage that ended on 23rd January 2026.

This tender represents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with capabilities in software consultancy and data services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete for similar opportunities, given the framework's suitability criteria favouring SME participation. The focus on enhancing postcode lookup and bank validation services hints at further growth prospects in the realm of digital verification and data management, offering a lucrative pathway for businesses experienced in these domains to expand their service offerings and client base.

## Notice

Provision of Bank Validation and Postcode Lookup Services The contract includes a 12 month optional extension.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aaa0ffa6-a580-4603-a8bc-333bc4253a85 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jan 2026 - 29 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,803 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £12,000 |
| 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 | THE CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L20 7HS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD73 Sefton |
| Local authority | Sefton |
| Electoral ward | Linacre |
| Westminster constituency | Bootle |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DATA8 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 72100000 - Hardware consultancy services
- 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services
- 72300000 - Data services
- 72400000 - Internet services
- 72500000 - Computer-related services
- 72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services
- 72700000 - Computer network services
- 72800000 - Computer audit and testing services
- 72900000 - Computer back-up and catalogue conversion services

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2026 at 14:51 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aaa0ffa6-a580-4603-a8bc-333bc4253a85
- 27 Jan 2026 at 14:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aaa0ffa6-a580-4603-a8bc-333bc4253a85

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aaa0ffa6-a580-4603-a8bc-333bc4253a85
  27th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/charity-commission

## Provenance

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