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W5005 - Virtual Engagement Solution 'Commonplace'

WALSALL METRO BOROUGH COUNCIL

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20 Mar 2026 at 08:51

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Walsall Metro Borough Council involves the provision of a digital engagement platform, titled "W5005 - Virtual Engagement Solution 'Commonplace'", within the software package and information systems category. Located in Walsall, England, this selective procurement follows a call-off from a framework agreement aimed at optimising external stakeholder engagement. The contract, valued at £10,500, covers the period from 4th March 2026 to 3rd March 2027, with the award made on 2nd March 2026 and published on 20th March 2026. Walsall Metro Borough Council serves as the buyer, while Commonplace Digital Limited is the supplier.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses in the tech sector, particularly SMEs, to align with public sector requirements for digital transformation and stakeholder engagement platforms. Companies specialising in software solutions and interactive systems would find a competitive edge in this procurement process, leveraging technology to deliver comprehensive engagement tools. With the procurement method being a selective call-off from a framework agreement, businesses with established expertise in framework agreements and digital solutions are well-positioned to benefit from similar future opportunities arising from public sector needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

W5005 - Virtual Engagement Solution 'Commonplace'

Notice Description

The provision of a digital engagement platform for the Council to be able to engage with external stakeholders

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ed87400b-7860-4ef9-8966-dff95b629e4d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c77af18-f1e6-4d15-907a-4dd3309daf96
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
4 Mar 2026 - 3 Mar 2027 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
WALSALL METRO BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WALSALL
Postcode
WS1 1TP
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG38 Walsall
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Walsall
Electoral Ward
St Matthew's
Westminster Constituency
Walsall and Bloxwich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMMONPLACE DIGITAL

Further Information

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