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CBMDC 659 - SABA Cloud Licencing, support and maintenance

CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

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07 May 2025 at 17:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "CBMDC 659 - SABA Cloud Licencing, support and maintenance," was conducted by the City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council. This contract falls under the IT services industry category, specifically focusing on software programming and consultancy services. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract being awarded to Visma Talent Solutions Ltd on 3rd April 2025, and the contract period set from 12th May 2025 to 29th March 2026. The procurement was conducted through a direct method, below the threshold without competition. The primary location for the services is within the United Kingdom, specifically the UKE region.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in IT solutions, particularly those offering expertise in training, performance, and talent management software. Companies specializing in software development, IT consultancy, and support services would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders. Large enterprises like Visma Talent Solutions Ltd have the scale to deliver complex IT projects, but this can also present growth opportunities for niche small to medium-sized companies that can provide specialized services or innovative solutions. Engaging in such contracts can lead to long-term partnerships and further opportunities with governmental bodies such as the City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council.

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Notice Title

CBMDC 659 - SABA Cloud Licencing, support and maintenance

Notice Description

IT Solution for training, performance and talent management

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050e41
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019526-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£125,896 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
12 May 2025 - 29 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Catherine Mullins
Contact Email
catherine.mullins@bradford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 1HX
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VISMA TALENT SOLUTIONS

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