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29 Jul 2026 at 14:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by National Highways Limited for the "ITEP0745 - M25 DBFO Contract - icloud" relates to acquiring IT software packages, specifically classified under CPV code 48517000. This procurement activity is tagged as complete and is currently in the award stage, with the award made to AFFINITEXT (UK) LIMITED. The procurement method used is selective, executed as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 29th June 2024 and will extend until 28th June 2027, covering various geographical locations, including the United Kingdom and overseas territories. The initial contract award, worth £29,118.17, was formalised on 28th July 2026, shortly after the tender period closed on 28th June 2024.

This tender presents growth opportunities primarily for large-scale enterprises specialising in IT software solutions. With services centred around cloud integration and management for significant infrastructure like the M25, the contract offers substantial scope for businesses experienced in providing robust software solutions to large national projects. Although not explicitly suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, the scale and complexity of the project ensure that enterprises capable of delivering comprehensive IT solutions are well-positioned to benefit from such engagements. This can significantly enhance their market visibility and portfolio in the public infrastructure domain.

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Notice Title

ITEP0745 - M25 DBFO Contract - icloud

Notice Description

M25 DBFO Contract - icloud

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-999c43e6-9703-428c-a8e3-65b91d71a574
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e92fd66c-c300-41ef-9d95-bcf62eb08a76
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48517000 - IT software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,118 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£57,618 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jun 20242 years ago
Contract Period
28 Jul 2026 - 28 Jun 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GUILDFORD
Postcode
GU1 4LZ
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AFFINITEXT (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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