Award

Internal Communications Software

OFSTED

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Award

07 May 2021 at 09:19

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process undertaken by OFSTED involved the tender for an 'Internal Communications Software' aimed at enhancing internal communication systems within the organisation. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically classified as software packages and information systems (CPV code 48000000). The contract, which has a total value of £30,750, was awarded on 28 March 2021 and the associated contract period commenced on 1 April 2021, running until 31 March 2023. The procurement method used was selective, executed through a call-off from the Crown Commercial Services G-Cloud 12 Framework Agreement, with the tender period closing on 19 March 2021.

This opportunity can significantly benefit small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as the procurement procedure encourages participation from such businesses. Companies that specialise in software development, particularly those with expertise in internal communications platforms and associated services, would be well-suited to compete for similar future tenders. Engaging in contracts like this not only fosters business growth but also enhances the competitive landscape for SMEs aiming to expand their service offerings to public sector clients.

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Notice Title

Internal Communications Software

Notice Description

Please note that this contract has already been awarded and this contract notice is being published for transparency purposes only. This contract is for the provision of an Internal Communications platform including associated services. Call Off from Crown Commercial Services G-Cloud 12 Framework Agreement RM1557.12

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8b21b769-dcc8-406e-9f50-06cbada30d05
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd0a53ef-769b-45fe-a058-ae35f7dbca28
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,750 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,750 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2023 1-2 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
OFSTED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 2WD
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

POPPULO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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