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ACE 1016 DAC - Digital Transformation Services Supporting the Relationship Hub Implementation Project

ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND

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26 Jun 2025 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "ACE 1016 DAC - Digital Transformation Services Supporting the Relationship Hub Implementation Project" was conducted by Arts Council England, a central public authority based in Manchester, UK. This process, which falls under the industry category of systems and technical consultancy services, aimed to procure expert digital transformation expertise for configuring Microsoft 365 Dynamics. The procurement reached the award stage on 26th June 2025, with the contract period running from 13th May 2025 to 31st July 2025. The procurement method was direct, conducted below the threshold without competition, and one contract was completed with an active status.

This tender presents significant business growth potential, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in digital transformation and consultancy services. M-Hance Limited, as the supplier awarded this contract, underscores the opportunities available for businesses adept in technical consultancy. Companies proficient in configuring platforms like Microsoft 365 Dynamics may find similar procurement opportunities suitable for expanding their service offerings within the public sector, particularly in digital transformation projects.

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Notice Title

ACE 1016 DAC - Digital Transformation Services Supporting the Relationship Hub Implementation Project

Notice Description

ACE 1016 DAC - Digital Transformation Services Supporting the Relationship Hub Implementation Project Expert digital transformation expertise relating to the tailoring and configuration of Microsoft 365 Dynamics with a new environment. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=961734584

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05546e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035506-2025
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

72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,325 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
12 May 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND
Contact Name
Procurement Services
Contact Email
procurement.services@artscouncil.org.uk
Contact Phone
01619344317

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 1FN
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

M-HANCE

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