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Off the shelf Intranet

DSIT

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02 Apr 2025 at 09:51

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has completed the procurement process for the provision of an off-the-shelf intranet, sourcing the solution via the G-Cloud 14 framework agreement. The procurement falls under the industry category of Internet and Intranet Software Development Services (CPV code 72212220), with DSIT based in Swindon, England (postcode SN2 1FF). The contract was awarded to Connect Internet Solutions Ltd on 4 March 2025, with a contract period starting on 5 March 2025 and ending on 4 March 2028. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The total contract value is £58,685 GBP, and it covers multiple delivery locations including the UK, Europe, and other international regions.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in internet and intranet software development services. With a significant budget and an extended contract period, the awarded contract provides growth potential for businesses capable of delivering pre-packaged intranet solutions. SMEs are particularly well-suited to compete in future tenders of this nature, given their ability to offer tailored solutions while leveraging framework agreements to streamline the procurement process. Engaging in contracts with public sector organisations such as DSIT can facilitate expansion into new markets and bolster credentials within the software development industry.

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Notice Title

Off the shelf Intranet

Notice Description

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** ICS had a requirement for the provision of an Off-the-shelf Intranet. This has been sourced via the G-Cloud 14 framework agreement (RM1557.14).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-df8f93bd-265a-4cec-b275-890f1f1ee88b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7c61e7b-9c88-4c20-88b1-041a6ad891cc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72212220 - Internet and intranet software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£58,685 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£58,685 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
5 Mar 2025 - 4 Mar 2028 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
DSIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONNECT INTERNET SOLUTIONS

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