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ITSM Service Renewal

LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

01 Oct 2025 at 06:26

TenderUpdate

17 Apr 2025 at 06:54

TenderUpdate

17 Apr 2025 at 06:46

TenderUpdate

16 Apr 2025 at 11:39

Tender

16 Apr 2025 at 11:36

Summary of the contracting process

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, a sub-central government entity based in Liverpool, has completed the procurement process for the renewal of its ITSM service agreement. The procurement titled "ITSM Service Renewal," falls under the services category in the IT industry, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support services. The procurement process was conducted via an open procedure, aiming to secure a vendor for services in the UKD7 region of the United Kingdom. Initiated in April 2025, with an award period concluding in July 2025, the contract was signed on 30th September 2025 with ALEMBA LIMITED, under the procurement ID DN770620.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, enabling them to engage in public sector projects with the potential for growth and expansion. The eligibility criteria favoured SMEs, making it an accessible opportunity for small to medium enterprises seeking to establish or strengthen their presence in the government contracting market. The contract includes a provision for an optional two-year extension, offering sustained engagement and additional revenue prospects for the selected service provider. This ensures a multi-year partnership, providing ample opportunity for innovative IT solutions development and delivery tailored to the needs of the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority.

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Notice Title

ITSM Service Renewal

Notice Description

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA) holds a contract with a service provider for an ITSM service that is due for renewal in September 2025. This project aims to identify and procure a suitable solution for delivery of a future service.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0503f7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061107-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£840,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£840,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£172,698 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Sep 20254 months ago
Contract Period
29 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tender@liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 1BP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD7 Merseyside

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALEMBA

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