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SFO/IST/Adobe26/DF

SERIOUS FRAUD OFFICE

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06 May 2026 at 16:33

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Summary of the contracting process

The Serious Fraud Office has completed a procurement process for IT software packages, specifically software licences under the title "SFO/IST/Adobe26/DF". This tender utilizes a selective procurement method through a call-off from the Crown Commercial Services framework RM6098 - Lot 3, aiming to supply software to government departments. The contract was awarded on 25th March 2026, with a subsequent contract period lasting until 30th March 2029. The procurement outcome concluded with an award amount of £110,840.67. The buying authority, located in London, England, serves the IT industry sector.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the IT sector, particularly those specialising in software licensing and solutions for government entities. Bytes Software Services Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise, has been identified as the successful supplier. Businesses with capabilities in delivering comprehensive software solutions and navigating government frameworks would find similar tenders to be potential avenues for growth. Participating in such frameworks can enhance business credibility and expand market presence within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SFO/IST/Adobe26/DF

Notice Description

Call of contract for software licences. Call off from Crown Commercial Services framework RM6098 - Lot 3. Software purchasing agreement arranged and put in place by Crown Commercial services, for all government departments to use. Costs do not include VAT.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d4b501ce-c04e-4149-ad66-7c0de9c5edec
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/852c8b1e-41cf-426d-a743-c2137c41e4f4
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48517000 - IT software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,840 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£110,840 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
26 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SERIOUS FRAUD OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1Y 5BS
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

BYTES SOFTWARE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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