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Ministerial Correspondence Casework Management Solution

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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20 Jun 2019 at 11:54

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is for a Ministerial Correspondence Casework Management Solution, initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal. This project falls under the software package and information systems category and is based in London, England. The procurement method utilised is selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract value set at £153,660. The contract period commenced on 13th March 2019 and will conclude on 12th March 2021. The award of the contract was published on 20th June 2019, following an active award status dated 8th May 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT systems, particularly those with expertise in managing parliamentary affairs and public correspondence. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are well-suited to compete, leveraging the specified procurement process that favours a range of suppliers capable of delivering innovative software solutions. Engaging with this contract could allow businesses to enhance their market presence within the public sector and build advantageous relationships with government entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Ministerial Correspondence Casework Management Solution

Notice Description

An IT system to manage parliamentary questions, correspondence from MP's and questions from the general public. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. "

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9332c744-14c1-4427-9ee5-4cec0a94283f
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£153,660 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£153,660 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jun 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20196 years ago
Contract Period
13 Mar 2019 - 12 Mar 2021 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
network.procurement@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FIVIUM

Further Information

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