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BSIP IDAI 2 Network Planning Tool.

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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06 Mar 2026 at 15:35

Summary of the contracting process

Kent County Council, a public authority in sub-central government, has completed the procurement process for the "BSIP IDAI 2 Network Planning Tool." This project is geared towards enhancing data management and improving future network planning in the UKJ4 region. The procurement method utilised was direct, classified as "Below threshold - without competition," indicating a streamlined process without open competition. The contract for the goods and services under industry-specific software has been actively awarded to PODARIS LIMITED. Notably, the contract’s active period commenced on 3rd March 2026 and is scheduled to conclude on 14th October 2026, with provisions for renewals extending to 2028.

This procurement provides opportunities for businesses specialising in industry-specific software packages, particularly those with expertise in network planning and data management solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) similar to PODARIS LIMITED may find success in such direct procurement methods, offering expertise in software development and network enhancement tools, especially in targeted regions like UKJ4. The opportunity to extend the contract could further contribute to business growth, allowing a steady supply of products and continued collaboration with a well-established public sector entity like Kent County Council.

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Notice Title

BSIP IDAI 2 Network Planning Tool.

Notice Description

BSIP IDAI 2 Network Planning Tool. The Network planning capability tool aims to support data management to monitor EP targets (e.g., patronage) and to support improved future network planning.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066484
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020548-2026
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
SME

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
£39,650 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
3 Mar 2026 - 14 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PODARIS

Further Information

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