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Electoral Management Software (EMS)

MILTON KEYNES COUNCIL

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03 Jul 2026 at 15:31

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Summary of the contracting process

Milton Keynes Council, a prominent local authority in the South East of England, has completed a procurement process for Electoral Management Software (EMS) under the CPV classification of software packages and information systems. The procurement, now at the award stage, involved a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates in this process include the tender period ending on 12th June 2026, and the contract awarded on 25th June 2026, scheduled to commence on 1st August 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2029. The total value of the contract is £110,000, and the selected supplier is FCS Software Solutions Ltd.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software solutions, particularly those offering robust electoral management systems. Companies classified as small or medium enterprises (SMEs) or those interested in the voluntary sector are well-suited to compete for such contracts. Engaging in a framework agreement like this allows businesses to solidify their presence in the public sector by demonstrating their expertise in delivering tailored software solutions to governmental bodies. As a result, it is an excellent opportunity for growth and to build a reputable portfolio within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Electoral Management Software (EMS)

Notice Description

Elections management

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1b613342-fe3a-4e77-8bb1-aefac727ae1b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10a3f781-feac-486c-81ce-a8d1397e8eda
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, VCSE
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
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MILTON KEYNES COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK9 3EJ
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Central Milton Keynes
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FCS SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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