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Digital by Design Business Case

LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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13 Mar 2025 at 16:27

Summary of the contracting process

Lancashire County Council has completed the procurement process for the "Digital by Design Business Case," which falls under the IT services category, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support. Located in the North West region of the United Kingdom, the procurement was initiated as a tender and concluded with an award stage. This procurement had key deadlines, such as the tender period ending on 27th February 2025, and the contract period spanning from 2nd March 2025 to 31st May 2025. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the IT consulting and development industry, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The contract valued at £99,750 offers an excellent chance to collaborate with Lancashire County Council to develop a robust business case that could lead to substantial savings over two years. Businesses that are adept in delivering comprehensive IT solutions and support will find this tender aligned with their capabilities. Bloom Procurement Services Ltd, a large-scale entity, has already been awarded the contract, showcasing the potential for collaboration and growth within this sector.

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Notice Title

Digital by Design Business Case

Notice Description

Lancashire County Council require support to develop a business case for the Digital by Design Programme. Against this work, a significant degree of savings are expected over a two-year period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6619bc95-3913-42e7-82c3-0af0a99e2076
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a57fe4b3-3ba1-41b0-b5be-69c0db0d070a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£99,750 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£99,750 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2025 - 31 May 2025 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
LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR1 8XJ
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLOOM PROCUREMENT SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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