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Provision of Internal email newsletter software re-platforming

CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

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Award

16 Jan 2026 at 15:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS), a significant buying organisation in the United Kingdom, has recently completed the award stage for a contract titled "Provision of Internal email newsletter software re-platforming". This falls under the services category, specifically relating to operating systems. The procurement process was conducted via a direct award through the G Cloud 14 Lot 2 cloud support. The awarded contract is valued at £32,385 and spans from 12 January 2026 to 11 January 2028. The procurement took place within the North West region of the UK. The award was made to DESTINET LIMITED, and the relevant award notice was published on 16 January 2026.

This procurement opportunity represents a significant growth potential for businesses capable of providing software services, particularly those specialising in email and newsletter platforms. While this specific contract was awarded via direct award, understanding CCS's procurement methods and participating in similar future tenders could position businesses to competitively engage in government contracts. Organisations aiming to expand within the UK public sector, specifically in IT services, should explore registration on platforms such as G Cloud to facilitate future business opportunities with government entities like the Crown Commercial Service.

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Notice Title

Provision of Internal email newsletter software re-platforming

Notice Description

CCS is looking to appoint a supplier to provide a platform for sending internal communications emails and newsletters.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-51b182a8-7a75-4d34-8b59-62616b3e5820
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4240f3a3-287e-427e-93a3-b5d8d6d16f72
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Direct award via G cloud 14 Lot 2 cloud support
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48620000 - Operating systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£32,385 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£32,385 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 11 Jan 2028 1-2 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
CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DESTINET

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