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Provision of e-forms and digital communications services

WEST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL

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23 Apr 2026 at 13:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by West Lindsey District Council involves the provision of e-forms and digital communications services, classified under the communication software package industry. Located in Gainsborough, England, the Council's procurement reached the award stage, concluding on 23 April 2026. The tender period ended on 2 February 2026, and the contract commenced on 14 February 2026, spanning a duration until 13 February 2029. The tender's estimated value is £142,230. The awarded contract was announced on 6 February 2026, and the supplier is GRANICUS-FIRMSTEP Ltd. The procurement method details were not specified, but this aligns under the services category.

This contract offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in communication software and digital services. As the tender is suitable for SMEs, it presents a lucrative prospect for businesses aiming to expand their footprint in government contracts within the United Kingdom. Companies with expertise in providing innovative digital solutions will find this tender particularly appealing, enabling them to potentially collaborate with public entities and enhance their service offering within a highly regulated and evolving sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of e-forms and digital communications services

Notice Description

Provision of e-forms and digital communications services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2eda582f-45e4-45d8-ad47-303012d5fe19
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da77d84b-3cb4-42f7-b8c3-d0c5b416255c
Current Stage
Award
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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48510000 - Communication software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£142,230 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£142,230 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
2 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
14 Feb 2026 - 13 Feb 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
WEST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GAINSBOROUGH
Postcode
DN21 2NA
Post Town
Doncaster
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
West Lindsey
Electoral Ward
Gainsborough South-West
Westminster Constituency
Gainsborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRANICUS-FIRMSTEP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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