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Low Income Family Tracker

LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON

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17 Apr 2026 at 14:12

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Merton has awarded a contract for a software package and information systems solution titled "Low Income Family Tracker" under the G-Cloud framework. The procurement process, classified as direct award, was completed with an award date of 15 April 2026, and the contract will run from 16 April 2026 to 15 April 2029. The awarded supplier is "Policy in Practice," with the service being newly active in England. This procurement, part of the services category, illustrates a focus on software solutions facilitating efficient tracking and management, crucial for supporting low-income families.

This procurement opportunity is notable for businesses specialising in software package and information systems, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Given the direct award method, the invitation is limited but significant for niche market players capable of delivering on software and system solutions. It provides growth possibilities by engaging with local government to improve social outcomes. Companies that are experienced in digital user engagement, data management, and social policy applications are well-suited to compete in similar initiatives. Firms should note the importance of offering comprehensive solutions which align with government objectives to support vulnerable demographics effectively.

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Notice Title

Low Income Family Tracker

Notice Description

G-Cloud call off for Low income Family Tracker solution plus associated Campaigns Manager module.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1412caf9-b9f2-42fb-b87d-5d82fc049d83
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c359624-cd80-45c0-9813-4f53d2efeba3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£155,250 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£155,250 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
15 Apr 2026 - 15 Apr 2029 3-4 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MORDEN
Postcode
SM4 5DX
Post Town
Sutton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Merton
Electoral Ward
Merton Park
Westminster Constituency
Wimbledon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

POLICY IN PRACTICE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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