Award

EA Support and Programme Management

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

21 Jul 2025 at 15:00

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Summary of the contracting process

Kent County Council, based in Maidstone, undertook a procurement process titled "EA Support and Programme Management" under the industry category of Computer Support and Consultancy Services. The location for the contract delivery is in the South East of the United Kingdom. The procurement process, which was a direct award through a single tender action below threshold, has reached the award stage. The contract has been valued at £176,800 GBP, and its execution is set from 1st November 2024 to 30th September 2025. The award was activated on 23rd October 2024, with the award notice published on 21st July 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) offering computer support and consultancy services, highlighting the potential for growth through public sector partnerships. Avalie Digital LTD, designated as an SME, has successfully secured the contract, emphasising the suitability of similar businesses to provide specialised programme management and support services. Participating in such procurement processes can not only enhance a business's profile but also expand its clientele within the public sector, fostering substantial growth and competitive advantage.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

EA Support and Programme Management

Notice Description

EA Support and Programme Management

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5e33b222-d08a-4219-abc8-1dfcc5ae90ea
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6b43045-307d-4a0c-a8be-74bfc72355dc
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£176,800 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£176,800 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2024 - 30 Sep 2025 6-12 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
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AVALIE DIGITAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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