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Web Based Childrens Services Policy and Procedures Software

THURROCK BOROUGH COUNCIL

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01 Apr 2025 at 09:01

Summary of the contracting process

Thurrock Borough Council has completed a procurement process for the provision of a web-based children's services policy and procedures software. The tender, identified as PS-2025-022, sought a software solution to maintain and update local policies and procedures and comply with national/statutory guidance. Classified under 'Software package and information systems', this contract primarily addresses the software industry category and is intended for delivery within the East of England, United Kingdom. The procurement method was a direct approach through a single tender action which falls below the threshold, signifying a less competitive but efficient and tailored selection process. The contract was awarded on 31st March 2025 to Signis Group, valued at GBP 47,628, and spans from 1st June 2025 to 31st July 2029.

This tender presents notable opportunities for SMEs, particularly those specialising in bespoke software solutions tailored towards public sector requirements. Given the direct procurement method, it demonstrates a preference for niche, competent suppliers capable of delivering high-quality services without extensive bidding competition. Companies involved in software development and information systems, particularly those focusing on policy and statutory guidance management, would find this tender beneficial for business growth. The success of Signis Group in securing this contract highlights the potential for similarly positioned firms to engage with local government councils for lucrative public sector projects.

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Notice Title

Web Based Childrens Services Policy and Procedures Software

Notice Description

Children's services software solution to maintain and update local policies and procedures and national/statutory guidance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-18f3921c-373b-45ea-8215-e23000e21d90
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1ecf52a-aba8-4ec6-b84a-b93c9c2b49b4
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
Single tender action (below threshold)
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
£47,628 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£47,628 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 202510 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2025 - 31 Jul 2029 4-5 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
THURROCK BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GRAYS
Postcode
RM17 6SL
Post Town
Romford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH32 Thurrock
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Thurrock
Electoral Ward
Grays Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Thurrock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SIGNIS GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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