Planning

IT Desktop and Server Support - WP081

THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION

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Planning

02 Jul 2025 at 11:03

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Electoral Commission has announced a planned procurement process for "IT Desktop and Server Support - WP081." The process aims to manage their IT infrastructure, including SharePoint Online and Microsoft Azure consumption, and provide technical support and consultancy. This open procedure is in the planning stage with a submission deadline of 22 August 2025. The tender spans multiple regions throughout the United Kingdom and falls under the services category, specifically targeting IT-related services such as consulting and software development. The estimated contract value is £303,000, with the award period closing on 1 September 2025, and the contract commencing on 22 September 2025 for a three-year duration.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with capabilities in desktop and server management and technical consultancy. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its value and scope. The open procedure ensures competitive bidding, and the procurement method allows for electronic submissions, thus widening access for businesses across the UK. Interested parties are encouraged to register on the Electoral Commission's procurement portal to express their interest and participate in the competitive process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IT Desktop and Server Support - WP081

Notice Description

The purposes are to procure an external service to manage the Commission's IT desktop and server infrastructures, SharePoint Online, Microsoft Azure consumption, and to provide technical assistance and consultancy when required. Further details of the requirement can be found the in the attached expression of interest document.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055770
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036734-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£303,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£303,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
28 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Sep 2025 - 21 Sep 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@electoralcommission.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC1Y 8YZ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036734-2025
    2nd July 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-2661
    Please read the attached expression of interest document carefully. Next Steps: If you are interested in participating in this procurement exercise, please register your interest by following the instructions below: 1. Register on the Portal The expected invitation to tender will be published on the Electoral Commission's Procurement Portal, please register as a supplier by following this link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/electoralcommission When registering on the portal, please ensure that you use the exact name and spelling of your organisation so that you can be located within the portal. Please do not use a different name or acronyms. 2. Contact Procurement Once you have registered on the portal, please email confirming your intention to bid. Please ensure the email subject reads as follows: 'WP081 - IT Desktop and Server Support (Managed Service) EOI Confirmation' Contact Details: Email address: procurement@electoralcommission.org.uk

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