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DSIT Grants Management System (Combined Solution)

DSIT

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20 Apr 2026 at 12:12

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "DSIT Grants Management System (Combined Solution)" is overseen by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), headquartered in London, England. This tender, classified under software supply services for delivering an integrated grants management platform, is in the award stage as of April 2026, with the contract award having been made on 23 May 2025. The contract spans from 2 June 2025 to 1 June 2027 and involves a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. It specifically caters to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), offering a comprehensive solution to support grant lifecycle management for DSIT's programmes, ensuring streamlined application and assessment processes.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software supply services to enhance their growth and capability by participating in public sector projects. The awarded contract to Fluent Technology Limited, located in Belfast, Northern Ireland, showcases how SMEs, especially those focusing on IT solutions and software development, can contribute to crucial government schemes. Providing services to DSIT could enable businesses to forge relationships within the governmental sector, further expanding their portfolio and driving innovation in public service delivery.

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Notice Title

DSIT Grants Management System (Combined Solution)

Notice Description

Notice to confirm 2nd year extension enacted for the DSIT Grants Management System (Combined Solution). This will allow DSIT to run Grants Programmes and Calls for Applications for Grant Funding Competitions. Original Contract Requirement: There is a need for a unified DSIT Grants Hub system-a comprehensive, end-to-end application management and assessment platform. This system must support the full grant lifecycle, from initial application to final assessment and reporting, and include modular capabilities for current Grant schemes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59280013-cfd4-400d-a8fc-d72a9cec86e2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

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
£79,150 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£79,150 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 May 202511 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2025 - 1 Jun 2027 1-2 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
DSIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

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