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Licensing forms solution

BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL

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17 Mar 2026 at 10:42

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for a licensing forms solution has concluded, with Bath and North East Somerset Council acting as the contracting authority. This tender sought a suite of forms enabling online completion of complex licensing applications, including payment and evidence submission. Classified under software packages and information systems, the tender is relevant to the services industry sector within England, United Kingdom. The procurement stage has entered the award phase as of 17th March 2026, with the contract set to commence on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2027. The procurement followed a unique method detailed as "Other - ".

This tender provides an opportunity for technology firms specialising in software solutions, particularly those geared towards online form completion and data integration. The focus on enabling business growth is evident in the specific suitability for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), as shown by the award to Victoria Forms, which fits within this category. Firms experienced in developing user-friendly online systems for public sector licensing will find this tender appealing and align with the council's commitment to streamlined digital processes. Catering to Bath and North East Somerset Council's requirements enhances visibility in the public sector, potentially leading to further opportunities in similar digital transformation initiatives.

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Notice Title

Licensing forms solution

Notice Description

Suite of forms solution to enable online completion of complex application forms including making a payment and submitting evidence for licensing applications.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-aa2009c3-0fcc-4582-a770-d6c76563d2b1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5eab9c89-68d6-42e3-8d07-73a75a71dd68
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
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
£21,400 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£21,400 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 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
BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KEYNSHAM
Postcode
BS31 1FS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Keynsham North
Westminster Constituency
North East Somerset and Hanham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VICTORIA FORMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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