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Digital Whiteboard for Defra Collaboration

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS

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05 Jun 2025 at 08:13

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) involved the provision of digital whiteboarding tooling aimed at enhancing collaboration with its associated Arm’s Length Bodies. The title of the contract is "Digital Whiteboard for Defra Collaboration," classified under the industry category of licence management software (CPV: 48218000). The tender was conducted using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The location coverage for deployment includes a diverse range of areas such as the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and other global regions. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with the award made to XMA Limited on 20th May 2025. The contract period is set from 17th July 2025 to 16th July 2026, with a value of £231,387.14.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in digital collaboration tools and software solutions, particularly those capable of providing robust licence management systems. Companies with relevant experience and capability to engage in framework agreements will find such opportunities compelling. Although the tender's nature did not specify suitability for SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with similar frameworks and adaptability to deliver global solutions are well-suited to compete in this sector. Collaboration with governmental departments like Defra enhances credibility and opens further doors into public sector projects.

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Notice Title

Digital Whiteboard for Defra Collaboration

Notice Description

Provision of digital whiteboarding tooling for Defra and ALB collaboration.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2f36f0cf-c780-478d-8b3e-002951aeea09
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56fdf0d8-e5bc-4b24-bc97-4b57eef88b96
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48218000 - License management software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£231,387 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£231,387 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
16 Jul 2025 - 16 Jul 2026 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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
David K Daniel
Contact Email
davidkamlesh.daniel@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5AH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Hotwells and Harbourside
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

XMA

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