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title: "DSIT Digital Inclusion for Connection Pilot"
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# DSIT Digital Inclusion for Connection Pilot

Buyer: DSIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ab4ab583-29fb-43fd-bc2f-67e08c33dd14

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## Summary

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), based in London, has concluded the award stage for the "DSIT Digital Inclusion for Connection Pilot" aimed at enhancing digital inclusion for disabled individuals. The tender, classified under the research services category, utilised a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. It addresses multiple locations including the British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, and the United Kingdom. The contracting process progressed from tendering which ended on 27th October 2025 to an award on 17th November 2025, with the contract running until the end of March 2026. The award was granted to PWC with a value of £130,356.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for service-oriented businesses capable of providing research solutions aimed at social impact and digital integration. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in particular, might find this contract appealing, considering the government’s emphasis on enhancing digital accessibility for disabled people, which aligns with a growing societal need. Companies with a strong track record in social research and technological integration are well-suited to compete in this area, tapping into the expanding demand for inclusive digital services.

## Notice

Pilot programme to support disabled people in overcoming psychological barriers to digital inclusion and explore whether increased digital inclusion can positively impact social inclusion.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85af4b9e-309f-46ac-93e3-6ca7144c34de |
| 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 | 12 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 17 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £130,356 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £130,356 |
| 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 | DSIT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2EG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 12 Dec 2025 at 09:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85af4b9e-309f-46ac-93e3-6ca7144c34de

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85af4b9e-309f-46ac-93e3-6ca7144c34de
  12th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bb991ed0-de3c-43a1-98ee-af4eaa8e234b
  Redacted version

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