Informed Voices: Developing Critical Skills for Democracy

" Spanning the UK, this project aims to enhance media literacy coinciding with significant elections over the next four years. Initially focused on the Scottish and Welsh elections in May 2026, Ofcom retains the discretion to extend activities for additional regional and general elections in the UK. The contract has been awarded to Parent and Family Consulting Limited (Parent Zone) and is set within the "services" industry category under an open procurement method, marking the completion stage of the process.

Key dates include the start of the contract on 6th January 2026 and its initial conclusion on 30th November 2026, with potential extension up to November 2029. This tender offers substantial opportunities for SMEs involved in media literacy and training programme services to expand their business by participating in significant public initiatives. Companies with experience in delivering media literacy or community action programmes stand to gain by supporting Ofcom's objectives within the educational and social sectors.

The open procedure allows a wide range of businesses to compete, fostering innovation and growth while meeting Ofcom's criteria for service delivery, stakeholder engagement, and outcome evaluation. Successful suppliers can leverage this contract to establish or solidify their market presence within the UK’s educational services industry.