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TfGM MS SharePoint Support

TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER

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30 Apr 2025 at 07:47

Summary of the contracting process

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) sought a Microsoft SharePoint support provider through a call-off from the G-Cloud 14 framework. This selective procurement process has reached the award stage, successfully entering into a contract with Core Technology Systems (U.K.) Limited. The process was completed on the 28th of February 2025, with the contract commencing on the 1st of March 2025 and concluding on the 28th of February 2026. The project, valued at £44,775, falls under the category of "Miscellaneous software development services and computer systems", and is relevant to businesses located near Manchester, specifically at postal code M1 3BG.

This tender presents growth opportunities particularly suited to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in software development services. Businesses with experience in providing flexible and responsive IT support, particularly in relation to Microsoft SharePoint, would be well-equipped to engage in future similar opportunities. As the awarded partner, Core Technology Systems (U.K.) Limited exemplifies the potential for organisations of varying scales to secure and benefit from government contracts through frameworks like G-Cloud. Participating in such frameworks can enable businesses to expand their client base within the public sector.

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Notice Title

TfGM MS SharePoint Support

Notice Description

TfGM required a new contract for a Microsoft SharePoint support provider, for a 1 year contract. The G-Cloud 14 framework was chosen as the best compliant route to source a supplier. The G-Cloud 14 process was followed throughout.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-001368f4-a94f-46aa-aeac-114e18be441c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c532554-86f4-44a7-9961-fbfc3cc46b83
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72212900 - Miscellaneous software development services and computer systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£44,775 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£44,775 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 3BG
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CORE TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS (U.K.

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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