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CBC-1962-Q-RM Lived experience insight project to inform recovery services and systemwide responses to support recovery - AWARD

CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Central Bedfordshire Council has awarded a contract titled "CBC-1962-Q-RM Lived experience insight project to inform recovery services and systemwide responses to support recovery" under the industry category of Database and operating software development services. The procurement process, which followed a selective method known as a restricted procedure, is now complete. The contracted services will be delivered between 11th May 2026 and 17th August 2026. The project encompasses diverse delivery locations including the United Kingdom and other international areas, providing a wide geographical scope for the service deployment.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in database and operating software development services, particularly those with capabilities in projects that support systemic recovery services. The involvement of a local council offers a chance to collaborate in public sector initiatives, likely enhancing a firm's portfolio in government contracts. While the tender indicates it is not specifically tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, larger software development firms with relevant experience would have been well-positioned to compete during the award stage. The awarded supplier, Community Led Initiatives, takes the lead in delivering these valuable services, a testament to their suitability and expertise in meeting the tender requirements.

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Notice Title

CBC-1962-Q-RM Lived experience insight project to inform recovery services and systemwide responses to support recovery - AWARD

Notice Description

Central Bedfordshire Council has appointed Community Led Innitiatives

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-132a7ace-b538-43de-a40b-95ac099dc83f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab54a748-185c-4990-8e21-5e68fe6bab9a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72212600 - Database and operating software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
21 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20266 days ago
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 17 Aug 2026 1-6 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
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORDSHIRE
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

COMMUNITY LED INITIATIVES (DO NOT USE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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