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title: "DfC Discretionary Support Scheme Direct Debit Management"
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# DfC Discretionary Support Scheme Direct Debit Management

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR COMMUNITIES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-edebda57-5e50-48f3-8855-639d9b547f91

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## Summary

The Department for Communities (DfC) in Northern Ireland has completed the procurement process for the "DfC Discretionary Support Scheme Direct Debit Management" contract, classified under banking services and financial transaction processing (CPV codes 66110000 and 66172000). This award-stage contract, managed through a selective procurement method, was part of a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process began with a tender period ending on 2nd May 2024, leading to the contract award date on 26th July 2024. The contract will be carried out from 1st October 2024 to 30th September 2027, highlighting significant dates and operational timeline relevant for businesses in the banking and financial services sectors.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for firms specialising in direct debit processing and banking services. The contract's three-year duration with the Department for Communities secures a steady engagement, fostering long-term business relations. SMEs and VCSEs are eligible and suitable for this opportunity, broadening the competitive landscape to smaller enterprises and social value entities. Businesses positioned in Northern Ireland or capable of operating there efficiently might find this contract especially lucrative due to the continuity and scope of services required throughout the contract period. The award to Accountis Europe Limited underpins the potential business scale and calibre suited for this procurement.

## Notice

Direct debit processing

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9f4e796-7c94-4775-b186-16cb44383c89 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 2 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £48,600 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR COMMUNITIES |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT1 1DF |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ACCOUNTIS EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services

### Codes

- 66110000 - Banking services
- 66172000 - Financial transaction processing and clearing-house services

## Release History

- 16 Apr 2025 at 16:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9f4e796-7c94-4775-b186-16cb44383c89

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9f4e796-7c94-4775-b186-16cb44383c89
  16th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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