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DSIT Grants Management System (Combined Solution) - Extension Enacted

DSIT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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13 May 2026 at 09:53

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20 Apr 2026 at 12:12

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Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process involves the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) extending the existing contract for their Grants Management System (Combined Solution) with Fluent Technology Limited. Classified under the Software Supply Services industry category, the contract is geographically centred in London, United Kingdom. The procurement is in the Award stage, with the latest contract value set at £28,720 for the Year Two extension, commencing on 2nd June 2026 and concluding on 2nd June 2027. This process was part of a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a streamlined selection from pre-approved suppliers.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses focused on software supply services, particularly those with expertise in comprehensive application management platforms. As the procurement method involves call-offs from a framework agreement, businesses proficient in providing tailored solutions under predefined frameworks may find this opportunity particularly advantageous. Enterprises of a small to medium size (SMEs) are especially well-suited to participate, as the contract highlights suitability for such entities. This contract enables further penetration into government sectors and offers avenues for technological firms looking to enhance their portfolio and reputation through government projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DSIT Grants Management System (Combined Solution) - Extension Enacted

Notice Description

Notice enacting the Year Two extension, as was built into the Contract. The Contract extension is PS28,720 for the Year Two Licences. The Contract will be extended until 2nd June 2027.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ddc0485b-ef9c-46c2-b92b-29caa50ce0ab
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/932516d9-7f80-43d7-bf07-a74ef70eb196
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72268000 - Software supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£28,720 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£107,870 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 May 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 2 Jun 2027 1-2 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
DSIT
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
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
TLI London
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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