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16 Aug 2024 at 14:10

Summary of the contracting process

The British Business Bank, located in Sheffield, has completed the procurement process for a Digital Quality Management Tool under the industry category of Software-related services (CPV code: 72260000). The contract was awarded to Magus Research Limited, a small-to-medium enterprise (SME) based in London, with a contract value of £48,776. The procurement process has moved to the award stage, with the contract period starting on 12th August 2024 and ending on 11th August 2026. The tool will scan all BBB websites for accessibility issues across various locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and globally. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 16th July 2024 and the award date of 16th August 2024.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in software-related services, particularly in website accessibility and digital quality management. By securing this contract, businesses can enhance their portfolio and credibility in the public sector. Companies with strengths in developing, deploying, and maintaining digital management tools are well-suited to compete, potentially leading to long-term partnerships and further opportunities for business growth within the extensive reach of the British Business Bank's digital infrastructure.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

GB-Sheffield: Digital Quality Management Tool

Notice Description

BBB has procured a contract for a Digital Quality Management tool to scan all of BBB websites overnight and report back on any accessibility issues that the websites may have. The contract was awarded using the Bank's standing financial instructions for 2 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b050c0ca-27f0-4b6f-87aa-9508e07d6159
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45f70991-3f4c-4c81-9c69-947b459e5333
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
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£48,776 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£48,776 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Aug 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jul 20242 years ago
Contract Period
12 Aug 2024 - 11 Aug 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
British Business Bank
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2GQ
Postcode Area
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Magus Research Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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