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Improving Careers Information & Guidance

DONCASTER MBC

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01 Mar 2019 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

Doncaster MBC has successfully completed a procurement process titled "Improving Careers Information & Guidance," aimed at designing and launching a new digital approach to the delivery of Careers Information, Advice and Guidance (CIAG) in Doncaster. This tender falls within the IT services sector, specifically consulting, software development, and support, with an estimated value of £100,000. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, and the contract period spans from 1 February 2019 to 31 May 2019. The tender period concluded on 3 December 2018, with the contract being awarded to U Explore Ltd.

This opportunity presents significant potential for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in IT services and education sector solutions. With a focus on innovative digital approaches, companies offering consulting and software development services are well-positioned to compete. The project's emphasis on modernising careers guidance services creates a niche for businesses that can deliver effective, user-friendly digital solutions.

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Notice Title

Improving Careers Information & Guidance

Notice Description

to design and launch a new, digital approach to the delivery of CIAG in Doncaster

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a2e0e80-c1d3-41a4-8462-938830530857
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

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

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£125,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Dec 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jan 20197 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2019 - 31 May 2019 1-6 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
DONCASTER MBC
Contact Name
Kerry North
Contact Email
kerry.north@doncaster.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DONCASTER
Postcode
DN1 3BU
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE35 Doncaster
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Doncaster
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Doncaster Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

U EXPLORE

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