Award

Social Media Management Tool

OFCOM

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Award

04 Dec 2024 at 15:38

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process for the procurement of a "Social Media Management Tool" by OFCOM, a London-based regulatory authority, has reached the award stage. The procurement falls under the services category within the software package and information systems industry. Key dates include the tender period end date of 20 November 2024, and the contract period running from 31 December 2024 to 30 December 2026. The contract, valued at £43,698 GBP, will be executed in various locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and beyond. This selective procurement was conducted through a call-off from a framework agreement, and the award was published on 4 December 2024.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software solutions, especially those that can provide comprehensive social media management tools. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly well-suited to compete due to the suitability requirements outlined by OFCOM. The awarded supplier is Hootsuite Inc., a significant player in the field, which underlines the competitive environment and the potential for reputable software firms to engage with high-profile regulatory bodies such as OFCOM. This tender offers a platform for software companies to showcase their expertise and potentially secure future contracts within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Social Media Management Tool

Notice Description

Social Media Management Tool

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8f04560f-c06b-4827-91e3-97c2227e70fe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9694b5e-57d5-4e00-bf49-1792045b6e8d
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£43,698 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£43,698 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Dec 2024 - 30 Dec 2026 1-2 years
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
OFCOM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9HA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HOOTSUITE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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