Planning

PRN004602 Project Management Software

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE AND CITY OF NOTTINGHAM FIRE AUTHORITY

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Planning

19 Feb 2026 at 14:18

Summary of the contracting process

The Nottinghamshire and City of Nottingham Fire Authority is in the planning stage of a procurement process for project management software, titled 'PRN004602 Project Management Software', aimed at introducing a new centralised solution. This public authority, classified under sub-central government, seeks to engage with the market to expand its understanding and evaluate potential software packages. Located in Nottingham, UK, this process involves a pre-market engagement activity scheduled with a due date of 12th March 2026, inviting suppliers to partake in demonstrations either in-person or via virtual Teams meetings. Key future steps include a further notice to be published on 1st April 2026, with the contract period set between 1st May 2026 and 30th April 2030, and an estimated value of £45,000, excluding VAT.

This tender offers opportunities for suppliers in the software development and information systems sector, particularly those specialising in project management solutions. Businesses acquainted with public sector procurement procedures and project management software will find this tender well-suited to showcase their products, potentially securing a contract with renewal possibilities. As Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service is keen on understanding the market better, businesses that can provide innovative solutions, demonstrate proven product viability, and engage effectively during the pre-market engagement are encouraged to participate. This presents an excellent growth opportunity to establish a long-term partnership by aligning with the requirements and strategic objectives of NFRS.

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Notice Title

PRN004602 Project Management Software

Notice Description

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) would like to notify you of an upcoming requirement, and by doing so we are keen to widen our understanding and knowledge of the market. The NFRS project management Section will be initiating a project to introduce a new centralised solution. As you may be aware, we are required to adhere to strict procurement procedures. This Pre-Market Engagement (PME) activity seeks information relating to NFRS project management software.

Planning Information

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) would like to notify you of an upcoming requirement, and by doing so we are keen to widen our understanding and knowledge of the market. The NFRS project management Section will be initiating a project to introduce a new centralised solution. As you may be aware, we are required to adhere to strict procurement procedures. This Pre-Market Engagement (PME) activity seeks information relating to NFRS project management software. Note that as part of the Pre-Market Engagement process, NFRS may request a demonstration from a selected number of suppliers. Suppliers will be contacted directly to arrange a demonstration which will be held at any of the following addresses in person or virtually on Teams. Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service, Joint Headquarters, Sherwood Lodge Drive, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 8PP Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service, Highfields Fire Station, Hassocks Lane, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 2GQ

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06584c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015290-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE AND CITY OF NOTTINGHAM FIRE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@notts-fire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG5 8PP
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF16 South Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLF14 Nottingham

Local Authority
Gedling
Electoral Ward
Calverton
Westminster Constituency
Sherwood Forest

Further Information

Notice Documents

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