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Summary of the contracting process

National Highways Limited has completed the procurement process for the "ITEP0917 - DSDMND0011406 - Creative Library Database" aimed at providing a creative library database service for a duration of one year. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Storage media loading software development services" with a contract value of £49,500. The selective procurement method was utilised, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Awarded to Aetopia Ltd, the contract begins on 24th June 2026 and runs until 23rd December 2026. This project serves multiple regions including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other territories, reflecting a broad geographical service scope.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software development, particularly those with capabilities in creative library database solutions. While the scope and value highlight an engagement suitable primarily for larger enterprises, smaller niche firms with expertise in tailored software solutions for media management may find collaborative opportunities. The selection through a framework agreement suggests a competitive background, where businesses able to deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions stand to benefit. This finalised contract, despite completion, signals the potential for future opportunities with National Highways and related service frameworks.

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Notice Title

ITEP0917 - DSDMND0011406 - Creative Library Database

Notice Description

Provision of Creative Library Database for 1 year.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-238c8a78-00ce-4ecd-a1c0-0d29418e8a24
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e2e784e-2a61-4ad4-b54c-e35c44e5170d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72212750 - Storage media loading software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£82,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 20251 years ago
Contract Period
22 Jun 2026 - 23 Dec 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
National Highways Limited
Additional Buyers

National Highways

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6GA
Postcode Area
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Aetopia Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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