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Workload Modelling System- Annual Subscription for Maintenance and Support

KENT AND MEDWAY TOWNS FIRE AUTHORITY

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22 Apr 2025 at 08:18

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Kent and Medway Towns Fire Authority focused on acquiring support services for the "Workload Modelling System" through an annual subscription maintenance contract. This software is crucial for the Kent Fire & Rescue Service, enabling them to efficiently optimise resource allocation with the help of GIS technology. The contract, now at the award stage, was signed with CADCORP LIMITED on 15th April 2025 and covers a two-year period from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2027. The procurement is categorised under services with additional classifications for system support and subscription services, and while the process is identified as 'below threshold,' the exact method remains unspecified. The total contract value is £68,052 GBP.

This contract presents significant opportunities for technology and software companies specialised in Geographic Information Systems and subscription-based support services. SMEs, in particular, could thrive in this competitive landscape given the nature of the service demanded. Businesses with expertise in providing robust support and maintenance solutions that help streamline operations for emergency services would find this tender aligned with their strengths. Considering the broad geographical spread across multiple UK regions, there are potentials for expanded service reach and establishing enduring partnerships with public sector authorities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Workload Modelling System- Annual Subscription for Maintenance and Support

Notice Description

Workload Modelling System is a GIS-based (Geographic Information System) software solution used by Kent Fire & Rescue Service to analyse and optimise resource allocation based on historical and predicted demand. The contract is for Annual Subscription renewal for the provision of required maintenance and support for the product we currently use, ensuring that KFRS continue to benefit from ongoing improvements and secure the specialised support necessary for our operations. Period covered 2025-2027.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050556
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016117-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

72250000 - System and support services

79980000 - Subscription services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£68,052 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT AND MEDWAY TOWNS FIRE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@kent.fire-uk.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME15 6XB
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Tovil
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CADCORP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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