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Social Value Platform

CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL

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30 Jul 2025 at 15:21

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Social Value Platform" has been conducted by Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council, located in Ellesmere Port, England. This contract falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems, represented by CPV code 48000000. The procurement was executed through an open procedure and has reached the award stage. The tender period concluded on 2nd July 2025, with the active award made to Social Value Portal LTD on the same date. The contract is valued at £24,000 and extends from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2028, benefiting service delivery across the United Kingdom.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in software services. By participating, such businesses can gain access to public sector work, enhancing their portfolio and establishing relationships with local government entities. Given the complex and evolving nature of software solutions, innovative companies with expertise in providing value-driven digital platforms will be well-suited to successfully compete in this sector. Engaging in this contract not only offers financial growth but also contributes to the wider social value initiatives promoted by UK public bodies.

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Notice Title

Social Value Platform

Notice Description

Social Value Portal

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a0dd290-e249-49a9-9aad-2821f5c0027f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£24,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£24,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 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
CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ELLESMERE PORT
Postcode
CH65 0BA
Post Town
Chester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Central & Grange
Westminster Constituency
Ellesmere Port and Bromborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOCIAL VALUE PORTAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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