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Mycelia subscription

LONDON BOROUGH OF BEXLEY

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02 Mar 2026 at 14:52

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Bexley has completed the procurement process for renewing the Mycelia subscription, categorised under the software package and information systems industry sector. The process was conducted through a direct procurement method, specifically below the threshold without competition, indicating an expedited approach suitable for smaller contracts. The contract was awarded to VERNA EARTH SOLUTIONS LTD, with the procurement stages now finalised, including both award and contract status. The procurement process began earlier in the year and was officially signed on 2nd March 2026. With a contract period spanning from 29th March 2026 to 28th March 2028, various UK regions are involved in delivery, including UKC through UKK. The contract’s gross value amounts to £26,298.48, providing significant opportunity for business operations over the next two years.

This contract presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software packages and information systems, particularly those with experience in subscription models. Given the nature of the direct procurement method and limited competition, established companies in this sector may find it conducive to expanding their offerings and strengthening partnerships. VERNA EARTH SOLUTIONS LTD, identified as a large supplier, has secured its position in providing these services, reinforcing its stature in the technological domain. Businesses capable of meeting the specified requirements and operating across multiple regions within the UK, notably those with an infrastructure to deliver within sub-central government frameworks, could align well with such procurements, leveraging the structured approach to public sector engagements.

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Notice Title

Mycelia subscription

Notice Description

Renewal of subscription

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065fdd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018542-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£21,915 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 28 Mar 2028 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF BEXLEY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEXLEYHEATH
Postcode
DA6 7AT
Post Town
Dartford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI51 Bexley and Greenwich
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bexley
Electoral Ward
Bexleyheath
Westminster Constituency
Bexleyheath and Crayford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VERNA EARTH SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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