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title: "Be More Digital Badge Platform"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b1e6"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-06-10"
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# Be More Digital Badge Platform

Buyer: LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b1e6

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## Summary

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority recently concluded a procurement process for a project titled "Be More Digital Badge Platform," falling under the IT services category, specifically consulting, software development, internet, and support. This tender is related to developing a digital badge distribution software solution. The procurement was conducted through a limited, below threshold competition method, and the resulting contract was awarded to Certify One, a London-based SME. The award was formalised on 4th June 2026, with the contract set to commence on 8th June 2026 and potentially running until 7th June 2031 if renewal options are exercised. The main stage of the procurement is complete, with services anticipated to be delivered within the UKD7 region.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in digital platforms and IT services. The initiative focuses on creating a system that allows the issuance of verifiable and shareable digital badges, which can enhance business visibility and legitimacy on professional networks. Companies experienced in software solutions, especially those adept at interoperability and social media integration, would be well-suited to engage with such projects. The extended potential contract duration of five years up to a maximum of seven years offers long-term business growth and collaboration prospects with public sector clients, making it an attractive opportunity for IT service providers aiming to expand their portfolio within the public sector.

## Notice

LCRCA requires a digital badge distribution software solution. The platform will enable the issuance of verifiable, portable interoperable and shareable digital badges that align with industry standards, allowing recipients to display their accomplishments on social media and professional networks as well as to provide to prospective employers as a means of gaining employment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054768-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 7 Jun 2026 - 7 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £41,400 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 1BP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront South |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CERTIFY ONE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 10 Jun 2026 at 13:08 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054768-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054768-2026
  10th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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