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DBT Grants Management System

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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17 Nov 2025 at 18:09

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has concluded the procurement process for a new Grants Management System, as part of a framework call-off under the G-Cloud 14 Framework. This procurement in the 'Software package and information systems' category was completed in the 'award' stage on 17 November 2025. The contract, valued at GBP 678,237.60, involves building a cloud-based, SaaS, scalable grant management software solution, including setup, configuration, and training services. The contract period begins on 14 November 2025 and concludes on 13 November 2029, serving multiple regions including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, especially for SMEs and VCSEs, given its focus on scalable software solutions. Businesses specialising in cloud-based SaaS solutions and those capable of delivering comprehensive configuration and training services are well-suited to compete in similar tenders. The selective procurement method used indicates a strategic approach to ensure capable suppliers are engaged, offering businesses a chance to demonstrate their proficiency and scalability in software development. Engaging in this type of contract could not only bolster business growth but also extend networks within public sector engagements.

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Notice Title

DBT Grants Management System

Notice Description

This contract, procured via the G-Cloud 14 Framework, is for the provision of a cloud-based, SaaS, scalable grant management software solution and associated setup, configuration and training services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c91be1af-6c90-4cf9-9457-4b31b782b944
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29c7a819-4cce-45ab-aab2-4fa8094a7007
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
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
£678,237 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£678,237 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
14 Nov 2025 - 13 Nov 2029 4-5 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

FLUENT TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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