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Software Supply Chain Management Tool

OFCOM

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14 Mar 2025 at 11:19

Summary of the contracting process

OFCOM has awarded a contract named "Software Supply Chain Management Tool" in the industry-specific software package category. The procurement stage is at the Award phase, with the award being published on 14th March 2025. The contract, valued at £242,991, was awarded to The Server Lab Ltd, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME). The procurement method utilised was selective through a call-off from a framework agreement. This contract will be operational from 14th March 2025 to 13th March 2029, covering various locations including the United Kingdom and several overseas territories. Key dates include the closing of the tender period on 12th February 2025 and the award date of 25th February 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in software supply chain management, particularly SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). Firms with expertise in industry-specific software solutions could leverage this contract to expand their market presence and grow their business. Moreover, companies able to meet the delivery requirements across multiple regions, including Europe and British Overseas Territories, would be well-positioned to compete effectively. Building a relationship with a prestigious buyer such as OFCOM can provide significant benefits and credibility within the industry.

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Notice Title

Software Supply Chain Management Tool

Notice Description

Software Supply Chain Management Tool

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-409128d6-973f-4cc1-aff5-4533d865e1b8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b28ed69d-2d4c-433d-bc33-9037c723bccf
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48100000 - Industry specific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£242,991 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£242,991 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
14 Mar 2025 - 13 Mar 2029 4-5 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
OFCOM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9HA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE SERVER LAB

Further Information

Notice Documents

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