---
title: "DPC Membership 2026/2027"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a575"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-05-27"
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# DPC Membership 2026/2027

Buyer: NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a575

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## Summary

The procurement process is managed by the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, a central government public authority located in Cumbria, United Kingdom. The tender, titled "DPC Membership 2026/2027," falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on research and development services and related consultancy. The procurement method was direct, conducted below the threshold without competition, with a procurement stage currently complete as the contract has been awarded. The award was granted to the Digital Preservation Coalition (DPC), a large business based in York, and the contract period is set from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2028. The contract was signed on 20th May 2026, with a total gross value of £21,978.

This tender opportunity can significantly enhance business growth for companies specialising in digital preservation and related consultancy services, providing access to specialist resources and collaborative networking. Large enterprises with expertise in archival digital collections and a robust understanding of research and development services are especially well-suited to compete in such procurements. This contract also offers prospects to engage with a prestigious government authority, fostering long-term partnerships and building a reputation within the public sector.

## Notice

The Digital Preservation Coalition (DPC) provides access to: * specialist resources * a unique network of peer advisors * collaborative opportunities These are essential for the promotion, preservation and development of the NDA's Archival digital collections. Membership fees from 2026 - 2027

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049406-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £18,315 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY |
| Locality | CUMBRIA |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA24 3HU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Egremont North and St Bees |
| Westminster constituency | Whitehaven and Workington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DIGITAL PRESERVATION COALITION (DPC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 27 May 2026 at 08:49 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049406-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049406-2026
  27th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/nuclear-decommissioning-authority
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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