Tender

IT Support Contract

UNITED COMMUNITIES

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Tender

21 Nov 2018 at 17:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The United Communities is seeking a suitable organisation to provide an IT Support Contract, which was published on 21st November 2018. This procurement falls under the IT services industry category and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 14th December 2018. The contract is expected to commence on 1st April 2019 and will last for an initial period of three years, with a potential one-year extension available depending on the organisation’s needs. The estimated value of the contract ranges from £60,000 to £95,000, and it is being conducted through an open procurement method.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in IT support and consulting, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of meeting compliance standards. Companies with experience in strategic IT planning and day-to-day IT support are encouraged to apply, as they will be well-positioned to address United Communities' requirements. Engaging in this tender could help these businesses expand their client base and enhance their market presence in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IT Support Contract

Notice Description

United Communities wishes to appoint a suitable organisation to provide day to day IT Support as well as assisting with the strategic direction of United Communities IT usage. Service providers are expected to be experienced in the provision of IT Support and strategic planning as well as being fully compliant with all standards and regulations as appropriate. It is anticipated that this contract will be for an initial three year period with the option to extend for a further one year dependant on the needs of the organisation. All communication is to be completed using the United Communities E-Tendering portal In-Tend.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-11ff5467-2997-4c4f-9fd6-2e141458a010
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa72ee53-95d1-4b49-88ad-501aa3205add
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£95,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Dec 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2022 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITED COMMUNITIES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS4 1SD
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Filwood
Westminster Constituency
Bristol South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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