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Master Gov

WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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10 Mar 2026 at 16:26

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Master Gov" was conducted by West Sussex County Council, focusing on software-related services in the South East region of the United Kingdom. This selective procurement process involved a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender stage concluding on 5th February 2026. The contract was awarded to DEF SOFTWARE LIMITED on 12th February 2026, with a contract period starting on 19th February 2026 and ending on 28th February 2029. The contract value was £111,744.

This award presents a significant opportunity for firms specialising in software-related services, particularly those with the capability to manage the lifecycle of planning applications. Businesses looking to expand locally, especially within the South East region, can benefit from such contracts by enhancing their reputation and portfolio. While not specifically targeted at SMEs or VCSEs, companies possessing relevant expertise in government software solutions can thrive by leveraging this high-profile opportunity to forge stronger relations with local authorities.

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Notice Title

Master Gov

Notice Description

MasterGov suite is the development control software which manages the full life cycle of a planning application from initial receipt all the way through to determination of the application itself..

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7fba483e-aee3-4c45-a7cc-090706c3186c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56f55b08-570c-4b77-89c0-18143b9ab76f
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£111,744 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£111,744 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
19 Feb 2026 - 28 Feb 2029 3-4 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
WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHICHESTER
Postcode
PO19 1RQ
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Chichester
Electoral Ward
Chichester Central
Westminster Constituency
Chichester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DEF SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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