Provision of Blue Badge Production Services

Bedford Borough Council has awarded a contract to Allied Publicity Services (Manchester) Ltd [t/a APS Group] for the provision of Blue Badge Production Services. The contract, identified by the OCID "ocds-h6vhtk-04ffec", falls under the services category, specifically health and social work services. It covers multiple regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK.

The procurement process used was a direct method below the threshold, meaning the contract was awarded without competition. The contract period is from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, with the contract being signed on March 30, 2025. The total contract value is £33,600 gross, with £28,000 as the net amount.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in badge production and related services within the health and social work sector. SMEs, particularly those capable of providing bespoke, efficient, and compliant services across various regions in the UK, would find this contract suitable. The direct award reflects an expedited procurement process, offering businesses a chance to establish or expand their presence in public sector contracting with Bedford Borough Council.