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Carpe Diem (Tikit)

GOVERNMENT LEGAL DEPARTMENT

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04 Jul 2025 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Carpe Diem (Tikit)" project, an online time recording solution, was conducted by the Government Legal Department. This project falls under the industry category of accounting systems and is located in the North West, United Kingdom. The process was managed through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and has reached the award stage. The relevant contract period is set from 12th February 2025 to 11th February 2027. The tender was aimed to be SME-friendly, with the tender period ending on 11th February 2025. The contract was awarded to Advanced Business Software and Solutions Limited valued at £1,392,435.

This tender represents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in accounting systems and services. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with a focus on providing innovative technological solutions, would have been well-suited to compete for this contract. Organisations looking to expand their client base within the public sector, especially those with capabilities in developing and implementing time recording solutions, would find the project's framework agreement approach beneficial. Additionally, engaging in such partnerships can bolster a firm's credentials and enhance its portfolio of working with government entities.

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Notice Title

Carpe Diem (Tikit)

Notice Description

Online Time Recording Solution

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-764417f3-47a3-4df8-a686-abebf4331b7b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0bec277f-23dd-417a-b893-73d69417251a
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

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48444000 - Accounting system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,392,435 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,392,435 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
12 Feb 2025 - 11 Feb 2027 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
GOVERNMENT LEGAL DEPARTMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9GL
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ADVANCED BUSINESS SOFTWARE AND SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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