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Applications Hosting Support and Maintenance 2025

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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10 Sep 2025 at 13:27

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs has completed the procurement process for the "Applications Hosting Support and Maintenance 2025" contract, classified under Information Technology Services (CPV code 72222300). The contracting process utilized a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, concluding with an active award on 1st September 2025, with the contract period running until 31st August 2026. This procurement caters to multiple regions including the UK, Channel Islands, British Overseas Territories, Europe, the Isle of Man, and other regions globally. The total contract value is £360,273.98. The procurement, initially tendered with a deadline of 30th August 2025, underscores significant engagement by the Department, headquartered in London.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specializing in IT services, especially those equipped to deliver robust applications hosting support on a global scale. It is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to the procurement's selective nature and the framework agreement structure, which facilitates easier market entry. Companies with expertise in dealing with public sector entities or those looking to expand their client base to government contracts may find this an invaluable avenue for business growth. Successful businesses will possess capabilities to manage and maintain IT infrastructures efficiently across diverse geographical locations. Civica UK Limited, the awarded supplier, exemplifies the type of organisation equipped to meet such demand.

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Notice Title

Applications Hosting Support and Maintenance 2025

Notice Description

Applications Hosting Support and Maintenance 2025

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1613e3d8-29f6-4e1d-a4d3-77bd642b0e67
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a338c2ca-c477-4460-b8d7-bf76c16ffe84
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£360,273 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£360,273 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Aug 20255 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 6-12 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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
Leigh Johnston
Contact Email
leigh.johnston@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07780822078

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CIVICA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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