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CBC-1877-LV-EM Meraki Licence Renewal - AWARD

CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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16 Dec 2025 at 13:26

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Central Bedfordshire Council for "CBC-1877-LV-EM Meraki Licence Renewal - AWARD" has reached the award stage, with Softcat plc appointed to deliver the project. This contract pertains to license management software packages, classified under the services category. The council operates from Priory House, Chicksands, Bedfordshire, while the supplier is based in Marlow, Buckinghamshire. The project is set to commence on 19th December 2025 and will conclude on 19th December 2030. Notably, the process involved a non-standard procurement method, and the tender period concluded on 8th December 2025. While SMEs and VCSEs might not find this opportunity tailored to their capabilities, the procurement remains open to larger entities capable of engaging in comprehensive software development and management projects.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in software package management and development to contribute to public sector efficiency through strategic collaboration. Companies with expertise in comprehensive IT solutions and large-scale project management are particularly well-suited to take advantage of such contracts, potentially integrating their services with government-funded initiatives. Engaging in this robust project could foster growth and expansion, bolstering a business's portfolio in the public sector. Additionally, firms already operating on an international scale might benefit from the widespread delivery locations indicated, including Europe and the British Oversea Territories.

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Notice Title

CBC-1877-LV-EM Meraki Licence Renewal - AWARD

Notice Description

Central Bedfordshire Council has appointed Softcat to carry out Meraki Licence Renewal -Grove View

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0cb37f8f-45c6-4931-b3a4-4fe39ef8221a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10500dde-d73c-47a1-830f-feb22fb8ae4c
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48218000 - License management software package

72212218 - License management software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
19 Dec 2025 - 19 Dec 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEDS
Postcode
SG17 5TQ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Shefford
Westminster Constituency
Hitchin

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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