--- title: "Blue Badge Production, Distribution & Innovation" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0614f7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0614f7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0614f7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0614f7.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT" published: "2026-02-03" --- # Blue Badge Production, Distribution & Innovation Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0614f7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0614f7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0614f7.json) ## Summary The Department for Transport is planning a procurement process for the "Blue Badge Production, Distribution & Innovation" project. This initiative focuses on producing and distributing Blue Badges, which aid individuals with disabilities in accessing parking facilities near their destinations. The contracting process, currently at the planning stage, is set in motion with the planned contract period running from February 2027 to February 2030, with the option for renewal until 2031. Positioned under the services category, this selective procurement is worth an estimated £18 million gross, utilising a framework agreement. The initiative aims to collaborate with local and national stakeholders, with services to be delivered across the United Kingdom. This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in printing and distribution services, particularly those equipped with capabilities in digital printing and end-to-end distribution. The project seeks suppliers who can innovate and enhance the Blue Badge scheme's service delivery, making it an ideal venture for companies focused on security, data protection, and logistical excellence. Given the project's value and scope, it is especially suitable for small and medium enterprises able to navigate the complexities of a large-scale government contract while offering cost-effective, high-quality solutions. ## Notice The Blue Badge scheme supports people with visible and non-visible disabilities by enabling parking close to their destination. The scheme is administered by local authorities under the Chronically Sick and Disabled Persons Act 1970, with policy oversight from the Department for Transport (DfT). The Blue Badge Digital Service (BBDS), launched in 2019, significantly improved the application process, increasing digital uptake to around 80% and delivering annual efficiency savings of over PS3 million for local authorities, while strengthening protections against fraud and misuse. DfT has let and manages the contract for BBDS and specifies security, data protection and technical standards, acting as a joint controller only in respect of data processed through the GOV.UK service. Local authorities remain individual controllers for Blue Badge data and are responsible for compliance with data protection legislation. BBDS is currently supported by separate suppliers for digital application and badge management, and for badge printing and dispatch, serving over 200 local authorities and other public-sector stakeholders across the UK. This requirement is for a supplier to deliver high-quality Blue Badge print production, secure distribution, and ongoing service innovation. Services include the production of badges and associated materials in line with national policy and security specifications, end-to-end distribution using multiple delivery options, and support services for local authorities and government stakeholders. The supplier will work collaboratively with DfT and scheme partners to maintain service standards, accommodate future expansion, and develop enhancements throughout the life of the contract. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009273-2026 | | Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Award under framework | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 5 Feb 2027 - 5 Feb 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £15,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1P 4DR | | 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 | Vincent Square | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 42962200 - Printing press - 79810000 - Printing services - 79811000 - Digital printing services - 79823000 - Printing and delivery services - 79824000 - Printing and distribution services ## Release History - 3 Feb 2026 at 09:23 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009273-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009273-2026 3rd February 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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