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M3 Assure Software Renewal

SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL

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07 May 2026 at 16:52

Summary of the contracting process

South Tyneside Council has completed the procurement process for the renewal of M3 Assure Software under the CPV classification of "Software package and information systems." The procurement was conducted as a call-off from the RM6259 CCS framework and followed a selective procurement method. The tender process concluded on 31st March 2026, with the contract period spanning from 1st April 2026 to 13th January 2029. The council, based in South Shields, coordinates the initiative, offering a total contract value of £136,512. South Tyneside Council, identified with the postal code NE33 2RL, spearheaded this project. The last update, marking the awarding stage, was published on 7th May 2026, confirming that NEC Software Solutions UK Limited secured the contract as the supplier.

This tender presents a robust opportunity for businesses specialising in software renewal and services to collaborate with local government authorities like South Tyneside Council. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-positioned to benefit due to the council's suitability requirements favouring such organisations. Participation in government frameworks, such as the CCS, underscores the importance of having the capacity to engage in selective procurements and demonstrates the value of establishing solid frameworks and solutions catered to public sector needs. This contract supports long-term engagement and stability, beneficial for businesses aiming to grow their public sector portfolio.

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Notice Title

M3 Assure Software Renewal

Notice Description

M3 Assure Software Renewal Additional information: Call off from RM6259 CCS framework

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1bb221da-5fbd-4710-808b-ed4bcb9a3e0d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
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
£136,512 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£136,512 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 13 Jan 2029 2-3 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
SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTH SHIELDS
Postcode
NE33 2RL
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Beacon and Bents
Westminster Constituency
South Shields

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NEC SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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