Planning

Preliminary Market Engagement for Asset Management and Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) Software

DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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PlanningUpdate

04 Mar 2026 at 11:10

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

27 Feb 2026 at 09:03

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Derbyshire County Council is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "Preliminary Market Engagement for Asset Management and Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) Software." This procurement falls under the services category, aiming to engage suppliers specialising in software packages and IT services. Locations involved are in the UK, specifically the region UKF1. The procurement process currently involves two stages of preliminary market engagement: a written response due by 20th March 2026, followed by presentations and demonstrations from selected suppliers. The contract period is set from 1st October 2026 to 30th September 2029, with potential renewals extending up to September 2031.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the IT sector, particularly those offering software packages and consulting, development, and support services. Companies with expertise in asset management systems and CAFM solutions will find the engagement and subsequent bidding process an avenue for growth and exposure to new markets within the public sector. Businesses proficient in delivering high-quality software services are well-suited to compete in this tender, benefiting from the structured planning and potential long-term contract that Derbyshire County Council is offering. Prospective suppliers should prepare to showcase their capabilities during the presentation stage to stand out and secure opportunities within this procurement initiative.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Preliminary Market Engagement for Asset Management and Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) Software

Notice Description

CST265 Preliminary Market Engagement for Asset Management and Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) Software Please access the project via this link https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=95eb57df-b813-f111-813c-005056b64545

Planning Information

PME will be undertaken in 2 stages. Stage 1 is a written response, by 20th March 2026. Stage 2 is presentation and demonstration of selected suppliers from Stage 1.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065dc0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019373-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
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

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MATLOCK
Postcode
DE4 3AG
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Local Authority
Derbyshire Dales
Electoral Ward
Matlock West
Westminster Constituency
Derbyshire Dales

Further Information

Notice Documents

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