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Fleet Management Software System

GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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03 Oct 2025 at 11:40

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process undertaken by Gateshead Borough Council involved the award of a contract for a cloud-based Fleet Management Software System. The procurement falls under the industry-specific software package category, designed to manage the daily operation and administration of the Council's vehicle and plant assets. Located at Gateshead, NE8 3HN, this procurement process was classified as 'goods' with the procurement method being limited due to time constraints. The contract was signed on 16th September 2025 with Civica UK Limited as the supplier, valued at GBP 342,375. The procurement was executed through a direct award process, without prior publication, necessitated by the existing system approaching end-of-life and the lack of adequate time for a full tender process.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses providing bespoke software solutions tailored for public sector operations, particularly in fleet and asset management. Companies like Civica UK Limited, which can offer comprehensive system capabilities and ensure seamless integration with existing council operations, are well-suited to excel in such bids. The demand for robust, industry-specific applications that can effectively handle aspects such as document management, accident management, and maintenance scheduling presents a recurring business opportunity, particularly for industry players focused on delivering scalable and efficient software solutions. Additionally, businesses that can offer flexible contractual options and rapid deployment could find further opportunities as councils seek to adapt swiftly to evolving technological needs.

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Notice Title

Fleet Management Software System

Notice Description

Cloud based Fleet Management System to look after the daily running and administration aspects of the Council's vehicle and plant assets. The system will cover: * Fleet and Asset Administration * Document Management * Drivers, Training, Licence, Risk * Accident Management * Hire Management * Maintenance Scheduling * Maintenance Jobs and Cost Control * Standard Jobs * Stores Management * Defect Management * Multiple Asset Support (Parent-Child) * Fuel Management (including EV)

Lot Information

Lot 1

Direct Award using Crown Commercial Services RM6259 Vertical Application Solutions Framework Lot 1 Business Applications

Options: 2 x 24 month options to extend

Procurement Information

The current provider informed the Council of the system hitting 'end of life' but there was not an adequate amount of time for a full tender process to be completed. As a 12 month extension to the current contract was not offered by the current provider, only a 24 month minimum term, the decision was made to continue with the current provider and upgrade to their replacement system Previous demonstrations had been carried out by the Council and further ones provided to ensure that it was suitable and provided all functionality required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a7d8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062126-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48100000 - Industry specific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£342,375 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Andrew Thompson
Contact Email
andrewmthompson@gateshead.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE8 1HH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC22 Tyneside

Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
Bridges
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CIVICA

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