Tender

Visit Weston Website Design and Build - Shopify Developer/Agency

WESTON-SUPER-MARE TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

30 Sep 2025 at 13:37

Summary of the contracting process

Weston-super-Mare Town Council has issued an active tender inviting proposals for the design and development of a new "Visit Weston" website, targeted primarily at Shopify developers or agencies. The contract includes a comprehensive bespoke build, solution architecture, ongoing support, and e-commerce integration, with a budget of £20,400. This procurement falls under the industry category of World Wide Web site design services, intended for delivery in the UKK23 region. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage and operates under an open procedure. Key deadlines include the submission of tenders by 12 noon on 27th October 2025, and the tender award scheduled to conclude by 11th November 2025. Interested parties must ensure both electronic and physical submissions are sent to Weston-super-Mare Town Council's office.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in web design services, particularly those experienced with Shopify platforms. Agencies or individuals able to deliver high-quality, tailored digital solutions and maintenance services will find a competitive edge. It's an ideal opportunity for SMEs seeking to expand their digital service offerings or enter the public sector market. The contract provides the potential for long-term engagement, with an initial period of three years and options for extension up to five years, making it a strategic project for business growth. Prospective bidders must meet several criteria, including compliance with equality policies, insurance requirements, and non-collusive practices.

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Notice Title

Visit Weston Website Design and Build - Shopify Developer/Agency

Notice Description

Weston-super-Mare Town Council is inviting tenders from experienced and qualified organisations or individuals to deliver the design and build of the new Visit Weston website. Aimed at Shopify developer/agency - for a full product bespoke build, solution architecture with ongoing support and e-commerce integration, with a total budget available of PS20,400, with an additional quote required for ongoing maintenance.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 3 year contract with option to extend to 5 years on a rolling contract on an annual basis

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a502
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060922-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender 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

72413000 - World wide web (www) site design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,450 Under £100K
Lots Value
£30,450 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Nov 2025 - 10 Nov 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-10-29

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WESTON-SUPER-MARE TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
development@wsm-tc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WESTON-SUPER-MARE
Postcode
BS23 1LN
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK61 North Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK23 Somerset CC

Local Authority
North Somerset
Electoral Ward
Weston-super-Mare Central
Westminster Constituency
Weston-super-Mare

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