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ESCC IT Service Management Tool

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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23 Apr 2026 at 14:07

Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council has progressed to the award stage for the IT Service Management Tool contract, classified under software package and information systems. The procurement process utilised a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, emphasising service delivery within the South East region of England. The contract commenced on 1 April 2026, with an initial duration ending on 31 March 2029, and includes a potential extension through 2031. The contract, valued at £336,000 ex VAT, has been awarded to Softcat Plc, reflecting the completion of the procurement stage as of 23 April 2026.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for organisations specialising in IT services, software, and information systems. It is particularly suitable for SMEs looking to expand their client base within the public sector, although larger companies like Softcat Plc are competitive participants. The engagement of experienced suppliers in frameworks provides a strategic advantage, offering potential collaborative benefits for businesses aligning with public sector needs in technology and infrastructure support. Businesses in the South East or those looking to establish regional operations can leverage this contract to build long-term relationships with East Sussex County Council and enhance service offerings.

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Notice Title

ESCC IT Service Management Tool

Notice Description

This contract has now been awarded. The contract value quoted is ex VAT. A possible two year extension has been built into the contract from 1 April 2029 to 31 March 2031.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3f2569f4-a8cb-4c57-ad05-b307060d6db0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/539e6c4b-9c7e-4e10-9219-21b9688d1f33
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£213,600 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£336,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 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
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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