Award

online on-demand learning platform

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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07 Jul 2025 at 10:23

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business and Trade, located in London, England, recently completed the award stage of a procurement process for an "online on-demand learning platform" tailored to digital and technology professionals. This procurement falls under the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems. The selective procurement method was utilised, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 20th June 2025 and is set to conclude on 20th June 2026. The procurement process covers delivery locations across the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom, with a contract value of £25,070. The tender period ended on 9th June 2025.

This tender presents a considerable opportunity for SMEs specialising in software services, given the suitability criteria emphasises SME participation. The completion of the award to SoftCat PLC demonstrates that businesses engaged in offering digital solutions and software systems can successfully bid for such contracts, paving the way for further business growth in government contracts. SMEs that focus on providing versatile and scalable online learning platforms may find similar procurement opportunities appealing, as they align with the broad geographical delivery scope and technology-driven requirements of this award. The involvement of a prominent government department highlights the potential for long-term partnerships and credibility enhancement for businesses within this sector.

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Notice Title

online on-demand learning platform

Notice Description

This is an online on-demand learning platform learning for digital and technology professionals.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-abfa30d3-9cc4-4d86-9bbf-b9351f6d56e5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d237376d-6313-4fc4-a825-7a25c37fa4d6
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
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
£25,070 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,070 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jun 202510 months ago
Contract Period
19 Jun 2025 - 20 Jun 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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