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AGREEMENT FOR THE HOSTING, MAINTENANCE AND ONGOING SUPPORT FOR THE STATE OF THE REGION DATA PORTAL

CAMBRIDGESHIRE AND PETERBOROUGH COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Summary of the contracting process

The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority has completed the procurement process under the title "Agreement for the Hosting, Maintenance and Ongoing Support for the State of the Region Data Portal." This contract falls within the industry category of software programming and consultancy services, with the supplier being City Science Corporation Limited. The process, conducted through a direct procurement method below the competition threshold, was finalised on 16th June 2025, with the contract set to conclude on 31st March 2027. Key locations involved include Huntingdon, where the buyer is based, and Exeter, where the supplier is located. This procurement is classified as a service and is part of a sub-central government public authority initiative.

This tender offers significant opportunity for businesses involved in data portal management, software programming, and consultancy services. Smaller to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in these fields, particularly those capable of handling data refreshes and developing code for new indicators, will find this contract beneficial for growth. Engaging in such projects can enhance reputations and provide a platform for further governmental collaborations, particularly for suppliers capable of delivering comprehensive support and innovative solutions under government-directed optional projects.

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Notice Title

AGREEMENT FOR THE HOSTING, MAINTENANCE AND ONGOING SUPPORT FOR THE STATE OF THE REGION DATA PORTAL

Notice Description

CPCA require support to maintain and refresh the 140 indicators that inform the SOTR data portal. Flexibility is required to draw upon optional extras (if required), which may include development of up to 60 new indicators (over the contract duration). In addition, CPCA also require the completion of Handover, Training & Support from the original SOTR contract, which expired on 9 October 2024 before this work was completed. Summary of outputs * Handover files and notes from original contract * Training (in-person and online) * Quarterly project meetings * Quarterly data refreshes * Audit log * Handover of files and materials and deletion from supplier's servers at contract end * Code for new indicators (Optional) Further details are given below. Handover from original SOTR contract and training * Completion of project handover notes and file handover process containing all necessary documentation and files. * End-to-End Processes Training Session (In-person - one day). A face-to face training session where the end-to-end process for using the dashboard is explained and followed. Preparation to include liaising with CPCA to ensure attendees have required access to datasets, software and operating systems. * Drop-in Training Sessions (Online - 3 x 1-hour) to resolve troubleshooting issues. Core hosting and support * Data portal hosting. Ensuring the data portal remains fully operational and secure as the hosting provider, also comprising of CPCA editor access to the project map files and Cadence story building interface. * Data Updates: Receiving metadata updates and data refreshes from CPCA on a quarterly basis to rebuild the data back end. Data refreshes will consist of additional years of data as data is updated, and additional indicators as they are added to the data portal. Reviewing data portal's code prior to pushing refreshed data live to support quality control. Maintaining an audit log of all work undertaken. Project management * Project management support via inception meeting and quarterly project meetings to configure works, track project delivery and resolve issues. * A full handover of all State of the Region files upon contract expiry with secure deletion on Supplier servers. Optional extras Optional extras will be directed by CPCA through project management meetings and via email. CPCA may not trigger optional extras in either year of the contract. * Add up to 30 indicators to the data portal per annum (up to 60 in total across the contract period), including the development of code for the new indicators. * Developing code for up to 60 new indicators to sit within existing SOTR themes. Receiving data from CPCA and data visualisation specifications. Developing and checking code for new indicators and pushing live.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05496c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032654-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£48,792 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CAMBRIDGESHIRE AND PETERBOROUGH COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HUNTINGDON
Postcode
PE29 3TN
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Huntingdonshire
Electoral Ward
Huntingdon North
Westminster Constituency
Huntingdon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CITY SCIENCE

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