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Car Fuel Database Hosting and Support

VCA - VEHICLE CERTIFICATION AGENCY

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10 Sep 2025 at 13:40

Summary of the contracting process

The Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA) has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Car Fuel Database Hosting and Support" contract, which was a selective procurement under the Crown Commercial Services RM1557.14 framework, G-Cloud 14. Awarded to Pure Systems Ltd, this IT services contract, with a total value of £54,000, covers consulting, software development, internet, and support services. The contract period commenced on 1st August 2025 and will conclude on 31st July 2026. While the primary delivery areas include the United Kingdom, the contract also extends to the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and other regions worldwide. The procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement ensured a streamlined and efficient selection process, concluding with the award on 27th August 2025.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for IT service providers, particularly those focused on database hosting and support. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) could particularly benefit from such procurements, given their suitability and the potential for long-term engagements. Companies equipped with the expertise in IT consulting, software development, and internet-related services will find themselves well-suited to compete for similar contracts, paving the way for business growth and establishing credibility within public sector collaborations. With the contract spanning multiple geographic locations, businesses can enhance their international reach and influence within the industry.

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Notice Title

Car Fuel Database Hosting and Support

Notice Description

Provision of Car Fuel Database Hosting and Support This opportunity was a downselect under Crown Commercial Services RM1557.14 framework G-Cloud 14 This call-off contract can be extended by the Buyer for one period of up to 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61541d92-d3c1-4c19-b22a-1062493972cc
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£54,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£54,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
VCA - VEHICLE CERTIFICATION AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS5 6XX
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Lockleaze
Westminster Constituency
Bristol North East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PURE SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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