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Axiell Collections for Parliamentary Archives migration

THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES

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31 Jul 2025 at 11:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for migrating catalogue metadata from the Parliamentary Archives to The National Archives' Axiell Collection has been completed. This process was managed by The National Archives, located in Richmond, England, with the postal code TW9 4DU. The main industry category involved is 'Industry specific software package' under CPV code 48100000. The procurement method was selective, executed as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tendering period ended on 30th May 2025, with the contract active from 1st June 2025 to 30th November 2025. The awarded contract is valued at £35,196, and the supplier is Axiell ALM Limited, based in London. This contract reached its award stage, with the award status currently active as of 31st July 2025.

This procurement opportunity highlights significant growth potential for businesses specialising in industry-specific software solutions, particularly those that are SMEs, as evidenced by the successful bid by Axiell ALM Limited, a company of this scale. The structured procurement process offers a clear pathway for businesses capable of handling specialised software migrations, thereby enhancing their portfolio and establishing credibility through successful public sector engagements. Companies operating within this niche can leverage similar tender opportunities to expand their service offerings and establish long-term partnerships with reputable organisations like The National Archives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Axiell Collections for Parliamentary Archives migration

Notice Description

Migration of catalogue metadata from Parliamentary Archives' catalogue to TNA's installation of Axiell Collection.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7d6870af-79d5-4ee2-aad3-3f8e2b2904c1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/501f0c8f-5d48-4198-a053-a54fb6ae9133
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

48100000 - Industry specific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,196 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£35,196 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2025 - 30 Nov 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
THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 4DU
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AXIELL ALM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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