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LIFT Dashboard

BABERGH AND MID SUFFOLK DISTRICT COUNCILS

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19 Mar 2025 at 11:57

Summary of the contracting process

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils have completed the procurement process for the "LIFT Dashboard," which aims to consolidate various council data sets to better understand hardship areas within their communities. This project involves the provision of a software package and information systems, classified under several CPV codes including industry-specific software, networking software, and business transaction software. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender period concluded on 4th March 2025. The contract awarded to Policy in Practice Ltd will commence on 1st April 2025 and run until 31st March 2028, with a contract value of £145,309. The primary location for this contract is Ipswich, England, post code IP1 2BX.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software development and information systems, particularly those capable of handling large-scale data integration and community engagement solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete in this sector, offering innovative and scalable solutions to governmental bodies. With a substantial contract value and a multi-year engagement, this project provides a robust platform for business growth and expansion within public sector contracting.

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Notice Title

LIFT Dashboard

Notice Description

The dashboard brings together various different council data sets to give improved over-sight of areas of hardship in our communities. This can then inform targeted communications campaigns, resource planning and community engagement initiatives.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af4f4b4d-78a2-4b73-af96-ffc4e467b996
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48100000 - Industry specific software package

48200000 - Networking, Internet and intranet software package

48300000 - Document creation, drawing, imaging, scheduling and productivity software package

48400000 - Business transaction and personal business software package

48500000 - Communication and multimedia software package

48600000 - Database and operating software package

48700000 - Software package utilities

48800000 - Information systems and servers

48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£145,309 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£145,309 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 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
BABERGH AND MID SUFFOLK DISTRICT COUNCILS
Contact Name
Jessica Shepherd
Contact Email
procurement@baberghmidsuffolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01473583000

Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2BX
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

POLICY IN PRACTICE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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