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Modern Government Committee Management

MERSEYSIDE FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE

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18 Dec 2025 at 10:36

Summary of the contracting process

The Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service has completed a public procurement process for the "Modern Government Committee Management" contract, which involves acquiring software to enhance committee communication and management within the organisation. This procurement falls under the industry category of software package and information systems (CPV code: 48000000). Located in the North West of the United Kingdom, the procurement utilised a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with a tender period that concluded on 15th December 2025. The contract will commence on 1st January 2026 and will remain in effect until 31st December 2028. The award was completed on 17th December 2025, with the chosen supplier being Civica UK Ltd.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the software development and information systems sector, particularly those that specialise in government and public administration applications. The contract, valued at £51,000, is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) given the specified suitability requirements. Engaging in such contracts can help businesses expand their portfolio within the public sector and leverage connections in regional government services, potentially leading to further business growth and development in similar fields.

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Notice Title

Modern Government Committee Management

Notice Description

A requirement for software to facilitate the Committee communication and decisions management within an organisation and have the ability to publish externally (when necessary).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bfbb6ec5-d26a-4277-a66a-d42edc55585a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4bd746da-df49-489c-87ad-aa03110c87fe
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, VCSE
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
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£51,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 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
MERSEYSIDE FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BOOTLE
Postcode
L30 4YD
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Netherton and Orrell
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CIVICA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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