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Parking Enforcement Software

SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL

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05 Feb 2026 at 14:36

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Parking Enforcement Software" was undertaken by South Tyneside Council, with the procurement stage now marked as complete. This contract pertains to the software package and information systems industry, classified under CPV code 48000000, and is situated in South Shields, England. It followed a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement (G Cloud 14). The tender period concluded on 31st July 2024, and the contract commenced on 1st August 2024, due to run until 31st July 2028. The award was made on 15th August 2024 to Unity Five Limited, with a contract value of £133,000.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) skilled in software solutions relevant to parking enforcement. The procurement was selective, indicating the importance of having a pre-existing framework agreement, which streamlines the engagement for qualified businesses. Companies proficient in delivering software services within predefined frameworks should consider leveraging such contracts to expand their client base within the public sector. The focus on SME suitability suggests an inclusive approach designed to encourage smaller businesses to engage with such opportunities.

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Notice Title

Parking Enforcement Software

Notice Description

Call off - G Cloud 14

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a80dd8ad-fad7-40a1-96a5-a9fb57bd5596
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68cdd824-4b8d-4d02-9e15-c7a9dfff8b00
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
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
£77,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£133,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2026 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
SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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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

UNITY FIVE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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