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Velociti Solutions Scheduling Suite for Franchising

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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30 Mar 2026 at 13:36

Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority has completed the procurement process for a software package and information systems tender titled "Velociti Solutions Scheduling Suite for Franchising." This contract was awarded to Velociti Solutions Limited on 25 March 2026, and its implementation is set to commence on 1 April 2026. The contract spans three years, until 31 March 2029, with a potential one-year extension, focusing on the West Midlands region. The procurement followed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, culminating in an award valued at £537,055.

There are significant business growth opportunities associated with this tender, particularly for large-scale enterprises proficient in developing complex scheduling suites for franchising. While this procurement does not cater to SMEs or VCSE entities, it presents a lucrative opportunity for established software companies looking to expand their portfolio in the United Kingdom's public sector. Businesses with a robust capacity to deliver comprehensive software solutions could leverage this contract to fortify their market presence and foster sustainable growth through public sector collaborations.

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Notice Title

Velociti Solutions Scheduling Suite for Franchising

Notice Description

A Contract has been awarded to Velociti Solutions Limited for the provision of Scheduling suite services for Franchising, commencing on 1st April 2026 for a period of 3 years (with the option to extend for a further 1 year).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b4b9f9ab-e0c5-45d5-9494-5100a8044b4c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbdadab7-9633-44d9-9273-68d38e161f0c
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£537,055 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£537,055 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
26 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 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
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B19 3SD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VELOCITI SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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