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Shopify ECommerce & Shopify PoS Development & Support Services

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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15 Apr 2026 at 11:06

Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council has completed the procurement process for "Shopify ECommerce & Shopify PoS Development & Support Services," focusing on IT services encompassing consulting, software development, internet, and support. The contract covers cloud-based EPOS systems to enhance catering operations and online/in-store merchandise sales at the DLI. This procurement was initiated through a selective method via call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement stage has reached the award phase as of 27 February 2026, with the contract period spanning from 1 March 2026 to 28 February 2028. Located in the North East region of the United Kingdom, the procurement is specifically classified under the CPV scheme code 72000000.

This tender offers excellent potential for business growth, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to the suitability criteria prioritising such businesses. IT service providers skilled in Shopify development and robust support services would find this project particularly aligned with their expertise, enabling them to contribute to digital solutions that meet Durham County Council's operational demands. As the procurement process favours a selective method, businesses with pre-established framework agreements might find streamlined pathways to participation, facilitating faster engagement and project initiation.

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Notice Title

Shopify ECommerce & Shopify PoS Development & Support Services

Notice Description

Procurement of a cloud-based EPOS to support catering operations and potential online/in-store merchandise sales at the DLI.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-aa263204-589c-45a1-972d-11c659baeba4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f175ad2-0e10-4fd7-8a21-9dca3ec1e068
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
SME

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
£43,650 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£43,650 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2028 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
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5UQ
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROD BARLOW DIGITAL CONSULTANCY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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