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SPRUCE Software package 25-26

LEEDS CITY COUNCIL

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19 May 2025 at 15:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by Leeds City Council involves the direct award of a contract for the development and support of the SPRUCE software package for the years 2025-2026. This contract falls under the services category in the software and information systems industry, specifically classified under CPV code 48000000. The direct award process was completed with an active award made to Underdog Software Ltd, valued at £22,150. The contract is set to commence on 20th May 2025 and will conclude by 31st March 2026. The delivery region for this procurement is Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom, indicating a local focus for the service provision.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for software companies, particularly those with expertise in software support and development. Although the contract was awarded directly, businesses of a similar profile could leverage knowledge gleaned from this process to engage in future procurement opportunities, where a direct procurement method is utilised. The suitability criteria indicated that while small to medium enterprises were eligible, the selected supplier is a larger entity, showcasing the competitive dynamics within this sector. Engaging in similar tenders can facilitate business growth through gaining public sector experience and developing a track record with governmental bodies such as Leeds City Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SPRUCE Software package 25-26

Notice Description

To provide further support and development of the SPRUCE software package.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e83e5eec-22d5-4342-897c-46da0fd7affe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6e47b30-5f73-4611-a561-306877b6d7ff
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£22,150 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£22,150 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
19 May 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
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
LEEDS CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
contracts.support.unit@leeds.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 1UR
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNDERDOG SOFTWARE

Further Information

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