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ICT 230 CR : IT Senior Network resource

OLDHAM COUNCIL

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29 Apr 2026 at 10:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "ICT 230 CR: IT Senior Network Resource" is managed by Oldham Council, located at Spindles Shopping Centre, Oldham, England. This contract falls under the IT services category, specifically consulting, software development, internet, and support, with CPV code 72000000. The process is in the award stage as of 29th April 2026, with the contract period running from 29th April to 23rd July 2026. Bidding closed on 1st April 2026. The procurement method employed is selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. This contract is ideal for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), but not suitable for voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). The awarded contract is valued at £37,820 GBP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in IT services to partner with a local government authority and expand their portfolios. Businesses with expertise in consulting, software development, internet, and support will find this contract attractive. The successful supplier is Softcat PLC, a large-scale company known for its IT service capabilities. Engaging with such contracts can foster business relationships within the public sector and drive growth through increased visibility and experience in handling government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ICT 230 CR : IT Senior Network resource

Notice Description

Senior IT Network Resource

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-462fa160-168d-4e7a-9afe-bfd364e28f17
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91c85f08-39ae-41d6-bcb0-65a297a1ff26
Current Stage
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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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£37,820 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£37,820 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
28 Apr 2026 - 23 Jul 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OLDHAM COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
OLDHAM
Postcode
OL1 1UG
Post Town
Oldham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD37 Greater Manchester North East
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Oldham
Electoral Ward
St Mary's
Westminster Constituency
Oldham East and Saddleworth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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