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SCC IT Service Management Tool

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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23 Apr 2026 at 14:03

Summary of the contracting process

This contract process was conducted by East Sussex County Council on behalf of Surrey County Council for the "SCC IT Service Management Tool." Falling under the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems (CPV code 48000000), the procurement process focused on services in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender concluded on 19 December 2025, with the contract commencing on 1 April 2026 and running until 31 March 2029, including a potential two-year extension. The procurement status is complete, with the award process finalised on 1 March 2026 and publicly announced on 23 April 2026.

This tender represents a substantial business opportunity, particularly for SMEs, as highlighted by the contract's suitability provisions. The contract valued at £372,000 GBP provides a notable opportunity for software and information systems providers to expand their footprint in the public sector. As the contract spans several years, successful businesses can anticipate sustained growth and potential for further extension beyond 2029. Softcat Plc, a large scale enterprise not classified as a VCSE, has been awarded the contract, indicating the suitability for businesses with robust capabilities in IT service management. The collaborative effort between councils suggests further opportunities for service providers in similar regional partnerships.

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Notice Title

SCC IT Service Management Tool

Notice Description

This contract has now been awarded. The contract value quoted is ex VAT. The procurement was carried out by East Sussex County Council on behalf of Surrey County Council. A possible two year extension has been built into the contract from 1 April 2029 to 31 March 2031.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2914c576-8af1-4da5-a5ab-ce049a5973e3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0c267ec-b3d5-4fef-897b-a97bd3751b8e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Large

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
£235,200 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£372,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 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
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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