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DBS Checking Service

TORBAY COUNCIL

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19 Dec 2024 at 09:50

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13 Jan 2022 at 10:56

Award

07 Jan 2022 at 12:23

Summary of the contracting process

Torbay Council has completed the procurement process for a DBS Checking Service, which involves an electronic service with the supplier acting as a Registered Body for Disclosure and Barring Service checks on behalf of the Authority. The procurement, classified under "Software package and information systems" within the services category, was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £250,000, will be delivered in the South West region of the United Kingdom, with the contract period starting on 3 January 2022 and ending on 2 January 2026. The tender concluded on 16 December 2021, and the award was published on 7 January 2022.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for SMEs, as indicated by the suitability criteria. The scope of the contract encompasses the provision of a technical and administrative service, which is particularly suited for firms specialising in software and information systems. Given the long-term nature of the contract period, businesses can benefit from a steady stream of work, potentially leading to further opportunities in the public sector. Companies with a strong background in handling sensitive data and providing reliable electronic verification services would be well-positioned to compete for such tenders.

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Notice Title

DBS Checking Service

Notice Description

An electronic service with the supplier acting as a Registered Body for Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks on behalf of the Authority.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ece8fc91-cc07-4072-92be-48139ac2e14a
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
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
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
3 Jan 2022 - 2 Jan 2026 4-5 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
TORBAY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Clare Farquhar
Contact Email
clare.farquhar@torbay.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01803 208514

Buyer Location

Locality
TORQUAY
Postcode
TQ1 3DR
Post Town
Torquay
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK42 Torbay
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Torbay
Electoral Ward
Tormohun
Westminster Constituency
Torbay

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DUE DILIGENCE CHECKING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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