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Software Engineering and Application Development Services

FORESTRY COMMISSION

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

26 Nov 2018 at 09:24

Tender

20 Aug 2018 at 08:22

Summary of the contracting process

The Forestry Commission is currently completing a procurement process for "Software Engineering and Application Development Services," focusing on information technology services including consulting, software development, and support. This tender is structured as a multi-supplier framework lasting up to three years, with a total budget of £150,000 and a minimum contract value of £100,000. The tender period has already concluded, with submissions required by 20 September 2018. The service provision will operate across the United Kingdom and selected overseas territories, and the procurement method utilised is an open procedure. The contract is set to commence on 15 October 2018 and will run until 14 October 2021.

This opportunity presents a significant prospect for businesses in the IT sector, particularly those specialising in software development and application support. Firms with capabilities in both non-web-based and web-based software solutions would be well-positioned to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as there are multiple supplier slots available within the framework. Such engagements can foster business growth and collaboration, especially for companies keen on working with public sector organisations like the Forestry Commission.

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Notice Title

Software Engineering and Application Development Services

Notice Description

Forest Research is seeking tenders for a proposed Framework Agreement for software engineering and Application development services. It will be a multi-supplier Framework of up to 3 years duration and covering three Lots, viz * support and development associated with Forest Research's legacy systems * development of new non-web-based software * development of new web-based software. The Invitation to Tender is attached. Additional information: The Invitation to Tender (ITT) is attached. If you intend to submit a tender, please notify the named contact as soon as possible and before the deadline stated below. Any questions regarding this ITT should be made by email to chris.vials@forestry.gsi.gov.uk no later than 14.00hrs on Thursday 6 September 2018.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-db61952b-7524-4518-bf99-64289060ebb3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46adb32d-9c47-4162-98fd-6842852b6b52
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Oct 20187 years ago
Contract Period
14 Oct 2018 - 14 Oct 2021 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
FORESTRY COMMISSION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NR FARNHAM, SURREY
Postcode
GU10 4LH
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Hampshire
Electoral Ward
Binsted, Bentley & Selborne
Westminster Constituency
East Hampshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

ENVIRON-IT

FORTESIUM

HARTLEY MCMASTER

JEREMY BENN ASSOCIATES

SCISYS

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