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IT Reseller Agreement for IT Software, Support and Associated Services

LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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01 Dec 2025 at 15:52

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "IT Reseller Agreement for IT Software, Support and Associated Services" was conducted by Lancashire County Council, located in Preston, England. The tender falls under the IT services category, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support, with a Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV) code of 72000000. The procurement method was selective, executed as a call-off from a framework agreement, and the process has reached the award stage. The contract, valued at up to £64 million, commenced on 1st December 2025 and will continue through to 30th November 2029, serving the North West region in the United Kingdom.

This contract represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services and software provision, particularly for those with the capability to integrate into a large-scale, structured framework agreement. The large scale of the project, with a minimum spend of £18.8 million over four years, suggests a substantial and stable revenue stream. SMEs, in particular, could find this opportunity appealing as the tender process has been structured to accommodate smaller enterprises. Companies like Softcat Plc, which was awarded the contract, underscore the potential for substantial collaboration in this industry amidst public sector digital transformation initiatives underpinned by Lancashire County Council's Digital Strategy.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IT Reseller Agreement for IT Software, Support and Associated Services

Notice Description

A single IT reseller for the provision of IT software, support and associated services aligns with the Council's Digital Strategy by using digital technology a catalyst for making Lancashire the best place to live and prosper. Additional information: Awarded via a further competition of the The HealthTrust Europe ICT Solutions 2023 Digital Technology Framework (ComIT 3 - Complete IT).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf8f7709-77dc-4cbc-b5d1-71812ad6fc2d
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£64,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£64,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2029 4-5 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
LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
James Bennett
Contact Email
digitalprocurement@lancashire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01772 539970

Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR1 0LD
Post Town
Preston
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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