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Spark - The Technology Innovation Marketplace

Crown Commercial Service

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Spark - The Technology Innovation Marketplace," managed by Crown Commercial Service (CCS), revolves around a dynamic purchasing system designed to acquire innovative technology products and services. The objective is to facilitate purchases for central government bodies and the larger public sector across a wide range of service categories, including computer equipment and supplies. The procurement employs a selective method under a restricted procedure for above-threshold contracts. This ongoing procurement began on 15th March 2019 and is currently active, with a contract end date set for 15th February 2029. Although the tender period ends on 13th February 2029, interested parties had originally begun submissions for participation when it first opened. Serving locations extend beyond the UK, encompassing a broad spectrum of international territories including Europe, Oceania, and various overseas territories.

This tender creates avenues for technology-based small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to expand and capture market share within the public sector. With the procurement process structured to accommodate dynamic and continuous innovations, businesses offering cutting-edge technology solutions are well-positioned to thrive. The opportunity for growth arises from engaging in a structured competition through a call for competition, giving businesses the chance to showcase their competencies and secure contracts. As the procurement method welcomes a range of suppliers, businesses with a focus on adaptive and innovative technological applications are particularly suited to meet the demand outlined by governmental bodies, providing a fertile ground for development and increased revenues.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Spark - The Technology Innovation Marketplace

Notice Description

Crown Commercial Service (CCS) set up a dynamic purchasing system for a period of 48 months and invited bidders to request to participate for the Spark - The Technology Innovation Marketplace DPS. This DPS provides central government and wider public sector departments the opportunity to procure an extensive range of innovative technology products and services. The four (4) distinct elements of the DPS service filters are subject/problem area, delivery method (technology type), geographical location and security level. Appointed Suppliers will be invited by customers (buyers) to submit tenders for relevant services through a call for competition. Additional information: Please be aware the dates input in the 'Contract Start Date' and 'Contract End Date' have been revised to enable the opportunity to remain open on Contracts Finder. The 'Closing Date' input is correct and is a true reflection of the contract end date for RM6094 SPARK DPS. The DPS was set up for an initial 3 years: 16/04/2019 - 15/04/2022 The following extensions have been utilised: 1st extension: 16/04/2022 - 15/04/2023 (1 year) 2nd extension: 16/04/2023 - 15/04/2025 (2 years) 3rd extension: 15/04/2025 - 15/11/2026 (19 month) The DPS has been extended for a final time and the end date is now 15/02/2029

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-86deb6aa-1381-4aff-a471-38d360ed6f6d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b683d618-769a-4bea-90ad-51bda7f70ae9
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 20293 years to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Feb 2029 - 15 Feb 2029 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Crown Commercial Service
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Postcode Area
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

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