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AT1480 - Interim Regulatory Services Support

LUTON COUNCIL

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Award

12 Jan 2026 at 13:02

Summary of the contracting process

Luton Council has awarded a contract titled "AT1480 - Interim Regulatory Services Support" for software package and information systems under industry category CPV 48000000. Located in England, United Kingdom, the contract was awarded to Civica UK Limited. This contract involves interim support for Civica APP Flare while the council works on procuring a more fitting system. The award was made through a direct procurement method, with the process now at the award stage. Key dates include the contract period starting from 1st November 2026 and ending on 31st October 2029, with the notice of award published on 12th January 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in software support services, particularly those familiar with government systems, to position themselves as strategic partners to public sector clients. SMEs in the IT and software solutions industry are well-suited to benefit from such opportunities due to their agility and ability to offer specialised services. Engaging in this procurement process can enhance their portfolio, expand their market presence in the public sector, and potentially lead to long-term collaboration with government entities like Luton Council.

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Notice Title

AT1480 - Interim Regulatory Services Support

Notice Description

Interim Civica APP Flare Support. Commissioning activities have commenced to procure systems that better fit the requirements of Neighbourhood Services Directorate. In the meantime Luton has a risk preventative need to be supported by the existing supplier whilst the sourcing, implementation and onboarding activities are underway.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-142d2d2e-ca40-48e6-be68-8a51bbf58af3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b6533fa-0423-4cb1-bf30-3992847a107d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
£422,763 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£422,763 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 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
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Jennifer Simpson
Contact Email
jennifer.simpson@luton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1582546680

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
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
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CIVICA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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