Award

Framework for the Provision of IT Software

CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

21 Apr 2026 at 09:12

Award

09 Feb 2026 at 10:03

Tender

10 Nov 2025 at 12:01

Planning

17 Sep 2025 at 09:30

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council has completed the awarding stage of a public procurement process, establishing a framework agreement titled "Framework for the Provision of IT Software." This initiative falls under the IT industry category and encompasses the supply of software solutions alongside associated professional services. Located in Bradford, United Kingdom, the framework operates on an open scheme permitting qualified providers to participate. The initial framework runs for a period of eight years, during which it is anticipated to reopen in Year 3 and Year 6. The procurement was conducted using the open procedure, ensuring a transparent and competitive process. The framework commenced on 21 April 2026, and the agreement is set to conclude by 28 February 2029, with potential extensions up to 2034. The estimated value of the framework agreement stands at approximately £800,000 per annum.

This tender offers significant potential for growth for businesses involved in IT services, including consulting, software development, and Internet support. It creates opportunities for large-scale companies such as CDW Limited, Phoenix Software Limited, and Specialist Computer Centres (SCC) Plc, who have been awarded contracts under this framework. The agreement provides flexibility through mini-competitions for individual projects, allowing providers to demonstrate best value. Furthermore, the framework's open nature allows new entrants to apply when it reopens, fostering a competitive environment that benefits businesses adept in delivering comprehensive software solutions, cloud-based services, and hybrid platforms. The framework is particularly suitable for large enterprises due to its extensive scope and potential high value of transactions over its lifespan.

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Notice Title

Framework for the Provision of IT Software

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking to create a framework of providers who are suitably experienced and qualified to supply IT Software. This covers the purchase, licencing and subscription, but will also include related professional services and support and maintenance related to the software solution, whether cloud-based, on-premises or hybrid. This will be an Open framework for a total period of 8 years. It is anticipated the framework will be re-opened in Year 3 and Year 6. It is anticipated that the value of this contract will be in the region of PS800,000 per annum. The Council makes no guarantees to the Provider in terms of values and or volumes, as this is dependent on the transactions made throughout the life of this contract. The Council does not guarantee any minimum level of spend. The Council retains the right to use alternative procurement routes and alternative Providers for specific software or solutions where appropriate.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059bfd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035921-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£4,800,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£4,800,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
11 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
3 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
5 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
21 Apr 2026 - 28 Feb 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

CDW

PHOENIX SOFTWARE

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES (SCC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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