Summary of the contracting process

The City of London Corporation is initiating a procurement process for the development and design of a new Tower Bridge website. This procurement falls under the "Web page editing software development services" and "World wide web (www) site design services" categories. The contract, valued at £120,000, will be executed in London, United Kingdom. The tender stage began on 13th January 2025, with the tender period ending on 27th January 2025. The contract period will start on 10th March 2025 and conclude on 9th March 2029. The procurement method is an open procedure (below threshold), making it accessible to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in web development, particularly those with experience in creating engaging and user-friendly websites for visitor attractions. Companies with a strong portfolio in delivering seamless visitor experiences and innovative design solutions are ideally suited to compete. The project offers a chance to contribute to a high-profile landmark, enhancing the company's visibility and reputation. By securing this contract, businesses can achieve significant growth through the development of a flagship project that showcases their expertise to a global audience.

Tender

Tower Bridge Website

CITY OF LONDON

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

13th January 2025 16:36:38 PM

Tender Deadline

27th January 2025 17:00:00 PM Expired
Contract Summary

The current Tower Bridge website has worked well over the past four years. It is the main Tower Bridge website and main point of call for visitors looking for information on Tower Bridge as a visitor attraction. It is also the website to inform the general public of Bridge Lifts. However, Tower Bridge has recently started work on a long-term development plan, bought a new ticketing system and undertaken a huge audience development project. All these pieces of work have highlighted the opportunities to be gained in reviewing our current website and investing in the development of a new one. The new website with help with the following: - A seamless visitor journey. - Showcasing the history of the Bridge and storytelling. - Information for the working Bridge. - Organisation of the site. - A new look and feel. - Summary of the current websites.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-7bc1019f-63e8-40a5-8bfc-57a2663c2904

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure (below Threshold)

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

SME

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

72212224
72413000

CPV Division(s)

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

CITY OF LONDON

Buyer Name

Michael Gotthjalpsen

Buyer Email

michael.gotthjalpsen@cityoflondon.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Guildhall

London

EC2P 2EJ

England

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Tower Bridge Website

CITY OF LONDON

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