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e-Tourism Solution: Design, Support and Hosting Agreement

DORSET COUNCIL

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27 Apr 2026 at 09:00

Summary of the contracting process

Dorset Council awarded a contract for an e-Tourism Solution, involving design, support, and hosting services. The procurement process follows a selective method through a call-off from the G-Cloud 14 Framework. The overarching industry category is software package and information systems, with a focus on services. Relevant locations include the South West region of the UK. The procurement reached the award stage, with the contract issued to Granicus-Firmstep Limited, effective from 1 June 2026 until 30 April 2029, including a possible 12-month extension. The tender period concluded on 9 September 2025.

This contract presents a promising growth opportunity for businesses specialising in software and information systems, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive e-Tourism solutions. With Dorset Council being the buying authority, it suggests potential collaboration prospects for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) suited for selective procurement methods. This tender offers opportunities for businesses aiming to contribute innovative digital solutions within the tourism industry, ensuring long-term service provision and support, which can significantly enhance business stature and secure continued project involvement.

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Notice Title

e-Tourism Solution: Design, Support and Hosting Agreement

Notice Description

Supply of e-Tourism Solution: Design, Support and Hosting solutions to Buyer. Call-off from G-Cloud 14 Framework. Initial contract period of 36 months with an optional 12-month extension period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8d348a9-d267-48d7-87d7-273907fac3c5
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,963 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£150,963 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Oct 20257 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 2-3 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
DORSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DORCHESTER
Postcode
DT1 1XJ
Post Town
Dorchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK64 Dorset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Dorset
Electoral Ward
Dorchester West
Westminster Constituency
West Dorset

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRANICUS-FIRMSTEP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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