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Social Media Listening Tool

OFCOM

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04 Dec 2024 at 11:28

Summary of the contracting process

OFCOM, the UK communications regulator, has completed a procurement process for a Social Media Listening Tool, classified under the industry-specific software package category. The contract, valued at £46,250, involves delivery not only within the UK but also to various international locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and beyond. The procurement followed a direct procurement method through a single tender action (below threshold), culminating in an award on 20 November 2024. The contract period begins on 31 December 2024 and ends on 30 December 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in digital analytics and social media monitoring tools, particularly those capable of handling complex international delivery requirements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage in such procurements as they are deemed suitable due to the nature of the procurement process. The awarded supplier is Runtime Collective Ltd, known for its robust capabilities in the sector, highlighting the potential for strategic partnerships or competitive offerings within this niche industry.

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Notice Title

Social Media Listening Tool

Notice Description

Social Media Listening Tool

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-51e87bfd-b145-4c14-8a11-1687949a9854
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f254e348-4346-4910-999d-c69a0dbd464f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48100000 - Industry specific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£46,250 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£46,250 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Dec 2024 - 30 Dec 2026 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
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

RUNTIME COLLECTIVE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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