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GB-Sheffield: UK Equity On-line Data Portal

BRITISH BUSINESS BANK PLC

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14 May 2025 at 08:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The British Business Bank plc, located in Sheffield, has completed the procurement process for a UK Equity On-line Data Portal. This project focuses on corporate finance and venture capital services, particularly providing access to a comprehensive database detailing UK SME equity deals. The tender, classified under the CPV Code 66122000, attracted interest from Beauhurst Limited, which has been awarded the contract. The contract commenced on 1st April 2025 and is set to conclude by 30th September 2025. The procurement method was unspecified, but the main category was services, and it catered to VCSE suitability. The geographic scope included the United Kingdom and extended to several international destinations.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for large enterprises capable of delivering specialized financial data services. Companies operating in the corporate finance sector and those involved in venture capital markets would find this project well-aligned with their expertise. While SMEs were not a focus, VCSEs could find relevant opportunities. This contract underscores the potential for expansion and visibility within key financial networks, offering a platform for large-scale suppliers to demonstrate their capabilities in managing and disseminating complex data sets across a diverse geographical reach.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Sheffield: UK Equity On-line Data Portal

Notice Description

Corporate finance and venture capital services. To provide the Bank with access to a detailed deal level database on UK SME equity deals over time. Additional information: British Business Bank plc, registered in England and Wales, registration number 08616013, registered office Steel City House, West Street, Sheffield, S1 2GQ, a development bank wholly owned by HM Government. It and its subsidiaries are not banking institutions and do not operate as such. With the exception of BBB Investment Services Limited they are not authorised or regulated by the Prudential Regulation Authority or the Financial Conduct Authority. BBB Investment Services Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A complete legal structure chart for the group can be found at www.british-business-bank.co.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2cb1f075-3d4a-4bc9-a273-f67161613757
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f94fe421-629f-4a5c-ab2b-fc70e9e898ff
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

CPV Codes

66122000 - Corporate finance and venture capital services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,652 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,652 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 6-12 months
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
BRITISH BUSINESS BANK PLC
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2GC
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified
Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BEAUHURST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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