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06 Aug 2026 at 10:55

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Software & Services Agreement" has been completed by Southern Housing, a prominent organisation based in London, England. This procurement falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems, identified by the CPV code 48000000. The tender was conducted via a direct procurement method under a single tender action (below threshold). Southern Housing covers multiple regions, including East Midlands, West Midlands, London, South East, and South West. The contract period runs from 21st July 2024 to 20th July 2029, with an award made on 24th April 2024. The tender was classified as complete, with a total contract value of £105,000 GBP.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs specialising in software and IT services. Asprey Management Solutions Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise, was the successful supplier for this agreement, underscoring the suitability of such organisations to compete. The aspects of software development, supply, and related services encompassed in this contract are crucial for businesses aiming to expand their market reach in various regions across the UK. By engaging in such contracts, SMEs can leverage new partnerships, enhance their service offerings, and establish a foothold in the public procurement sector.

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Notice Title

SOFTWARE & SERVICES AGREEMENT

Notice Description

SOFTWARE & SERVICES AGREEMENT

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-82486a8a-6733-45c1-8bf4-af4998650023
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/581c8122-283d-4942-918c-62edbc7b8796
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Apr 20242 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jul 2024 - 20 Jul 2029 Over 5 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
SOUTHERN HOUSING
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
CR0 9XP
Post Town
Croydon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI62 Croydon
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Croydon
Electoral Ward
Fairfield
Westminster Constituency
Croydon West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASPREY MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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