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E-Learning Licences

LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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05 Mar 2026 at 16:31

Summary of the contracting process

Lancashire County Council has completed the award stage for the procurement of e-learning licences through Vinci Works Ltd, under the contract titled "E-Learning Licences". The procurement falls within the software package and information systems category, specifically aimed at providing services in the North West region of the United Kingdom. This selective procurement method involved a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract period starting on 1st December 2025 and concluding on 30th November 2026. Noteworthy dates include the award published on 5th March 2026. The contract, valued at £88,354.23, supports ease of engagement with SMEs.

This procurement represents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in software and information systems, particularly those offering e-learning platforms. SMEs as suppliers could significantly benefit from this selective process. With the buyer being Lancashire County Council, traders gain the potential for future engagements in public sector procurement across the North West. Companies focusing on innovation in digital learning environments may find a competitive advantage, given the procurement categorisation and regional service delivery requirements. Overall, this contract stimulates growth avenues within the public education sector, encouraging technological enhancements and e-learning service expansion.

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Notice Title

E-Learning Licences

Notice Description

Award of the contract for the provision of access to Astute Platform/Adapt authoring tool e-learning services via Vinci Works Ltd. The contract includes 2 optional 12 months extensions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f7cd520d-fbba-48bb-98d2-e79a1b79558d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a51c1c24-606f-4f22-821f-97e4929e2dad
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
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
£88,354 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£88,354 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 20255 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 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
LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR1 8XJ
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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