Made Smarter East Midlands - Intensive IDTA Support - Datalink Electronics

LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

12 Jun 2026 at 13:05

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process, initiated by Lincolnshire County Council, pertains to the "Made Smarter East Midlands - Intensive IDTA Support - Datalink Electronics" project within the industrial and technical training services category. Based in East Midlands, England, the project focuses on process mapping for Datalink Electronics in its next phase of digital transformation centered on an ERP project. The tender, which concluded on 9th June 2026, has been awarded to HSSMI Consulting Ltd with the contract period spanning from 15th June 2026 to 31st March 2027. The public procurement stage is the award phase, marking the project's transition from tender to contract implementation, following the application of a procedure classified under "Other" procurement methods.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in training services, particularly those adept in industrial and technical sectors. SMEs and VCSEs are especially suitable given the suitability criteria outlined in the tender. The awarded contract, valued at £6,000, offers a platform for businesses to involve themselves in impactful digital transformation initiatives. By engaging in projects like this, companies can bolster their expertise in ERP-related projects and process mapping, fostering growth and enhancing their portfolios through participation in government-led initiatives.

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Notice Title

Made Smarter East Midlands - Intensive IDTA Support - Datalink Electronics

Notice Description

Process mapping is an essential part of Datalink Electronics next digital transformation phase, which is centred around an ERP project. Without understanding their current processes and mapping them out in an effective manner they will reduce the likelihood of a successful project. See attached their approved application form along with a copy of their Road Map. Also see documents 2.4 and 2.5 for additional information.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9760c72-4272-4099-b6c4-8dd57810efcf
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80531000 - Industrial and technical training services

80531100 - Industrial training services

80531200 - Technical training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£6,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
14 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 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
LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN1 1YL
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Carholme
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HSSMI CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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