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Apprenticeship Software West Midlands Fire & Rescue Authority

WEST MIDLANDS FIRE SERVICE

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25 Sep 2025 at 16:49

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involved the purchasing organisation, West Midlands Fire Service, seeking software solutions via a contract titled "Apprenticeship Software West Midlands Fire & Rescue Authority" to enhance their operational capabilities within the services industry. This procurement, categorised under "Software package and information systems" (CPV: 48000000), covers the West Midlands area in the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period extends from 1st September 2025 to 1st September 2029. The award was made active on 14th August 2025, with a value of £59,764, and the relevant award notice was published on 25th September 2025. The tendering process is marked as complete.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), given its suitability criteria. Businesses specialising in software package and information systems will find this contract particularly beneficial to their growth strategy, as it offers a long-term partnership with a reputable public entity like the West Midlands Fire Service. The nature of the procurement also suggests that companies with experience in call-off contracts from frameworks are well-suited to compete in this space. The selected supplier for this contract is ONEFILE LTD, a Manchester-based SME. Engaging in such projects could enhance a company's portfolio and establish valuable industry connections.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Apprenticeship Software West Midlands Fire & Rescue Authority

Notice Description

Apprenticeship Software West Midlands Fire & Rescue Authority

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d824beec-1599-4917-8bad-05170a87f735
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fff401d2-ae90-4185-af00-84bcbd1bb148
Current Stage
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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
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
£59,764 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£59,764 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 1 Sep 2029 4-5 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
WEST MIDLANDS FIRE SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B7 4HW
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
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ONEFILE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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