Award

I-Share GIS

SOMERSET COUNCIL

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Award

03 Dec 2025 at 18:00

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process, overseen by SOMERSET COUNCIL, involves the acquisition of the "I-Share GIS" software package, specifically designed for the ex Mendip area. The procurement aligns with the industry category of software package and information systems. The contract was awarded via the selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from the GCloud 14 framework agreement. Situated in Taunton, England, the contract is valued at £108,304 with a service delivery address in postal code TA1 4DY. The tender period concluded on 1 November 2025, with the contract set to commence on 1 January 2026 and run until 31 December 2027, including a potential 12-month extension. The procurement stage is currently in the Award phase, with the award date documented as 28 November 2025.

This tender offers promising growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software and information systems, particularly those structured as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its suitability criteria. Companies like Astun Technology, the awarded supplier, are ideally positioned to leverage their expertise in this sector. Engaging in this procurement process allows for a strategic expansion into public sector projects, reinforcing business reputation and securing long-term service agreements. As the framework chosen is part of GCloud 14, it signifies a streamlined procurement method ensuring opportunities for SMEs to efficiently access public contracts.

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Notice Title

I-Share GIS

Notice Description

I Share GIS system for ex Mendip area Awarded via GCloud 14. 1x12 month optional extension available

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-91f98d8a-5d55-438e-adda-506a67a9c8a6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7aa9429c-1518-4e82-84d4-c9c4df875174
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
£108,304 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£108,304 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2027 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
SOMERSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
Jon Marks
Contact Email
jon.marks@somerset.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 4DY
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASTUN TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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