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VM Ware

WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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28 Nov 2025 at 12:14

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves West Northamptonshire Council, seeking to secure a "VM Ware" contract, classified under the "Software package and information systems" industry category. Based in Northampton, England, this contract was awarded to Softcat PLC on 28th October 2025, with publishing details revealed on 28th November 2025. The procurement method utilised was selective, operating as a call-off from a KCS framework agreement, specifically Y23065. The procurement stage is complete, as the tender period concluding on 27th October 2025, and the contract period begins on 9th December 2025 and extends until 8th December 2028. The total contract value is £368,166. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suitable for this opportunity, given its details.

This tender presents significant business growth potential for SMEs in the technological services sector, particularly those specialising in software and information systems, given the nature of the procurement method being a framework agreement call-off. As the contracting authority, West Northamptonshire Council could offer a stable, long-term partnership. Businesses adept at managing large-scale software packages, delivering robust support systems, and capable of fulfilling the specified delivery requirements, particularly in Northampton, stand to benefit from engaging in this contract. The selective procurement and definitive timelines provide a structured opportunity for businesses meeting the specified criteria to expand their client base and enhance their market presence.

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Notice Title

VM Ware

Notice Description

VM Ware contract via KCS framework Y23065

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1dbfa603-5055-4ccb-8505-01e20ca37f7e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/781ffbd8-7519-471c-90dc-77469607bc38
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
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
£368,166 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£368,166 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Oct 20253 months ago
Contract Period
9 Dec 2025 - 8 Dec 2028 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
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
paul.headington@westnorthants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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