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Starfish Hosting 2021 - 2023

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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10 Feb 2022 at 14:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Starfish Hosting 2021 - 2023" involves the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and focuses on software support services related to fisheries regulations. The procurement stage is currently at the award stage, with the contract having commenced on 1st April 2021 and running until 31st March 2023. The total contract value is £171,539, and the procurement method employed is a direct single tender action, which was below the threshold for broader competition. Key documentation can be accessed via the Defra Network eTendering Portal, with projects being facilitated throughout various locations, including the British Overseas Territories and the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those offering software support capabilities aligned with regulatory compliance frameworks in the fisheries sector. Companies capable of providing specialised system support and maintenance solutions are well-positioned to compete for similar contracts with Defra. As a large-scale initiative, it invites participation where agile organisations with experience in government contracting and fisheries-related IT applications may find a competitive advantage.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Starfish Hosting 2021 - 2023

Notice Description

System Support and Maintenance for a specialist IT application designed specifically to align with fisheries regulations. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4703dd5c-3d60-47fb-895e-595ddd2b4267
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72261000 - Software support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£171,539 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£171,539 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2023 1-2 years
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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CEFAS

Further Information

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