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KMCIT-316

THE COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF KIRKLEES

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16 Mar 2026 at 16:36

Summary of the contracting process

The Council of the Borough of Kirklees has completed a procurement process for a reliable, industry-standard 2D drafting software solution, specifically AutoCAD licences, to enhance its engineering department. The procurement falls under the limited method, with a focus on IT services in the consulting, software development, Internet, and support categories. Located in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire within the UKE44 region, this contract has been awarded as of 12th March 2026, with services active from 1st April 2026 until 31st March 2027. The contract, valued at £94,492 (gross amount £113,390.40), is intended to support sub-central government activities.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services and software solutions, particularly small to medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of offering consulting and support services. Companies with expertise in 2D drafting software could find this contract beneficial as it aligns with industry needs prevalent in the public sector. The limited competition method suggests that businesses with niche offerings may have a competitive advantage, especially those located or operating within the United Kingdom, given the focused procurement approach. Entities looking to establish or strengthen partnerships with local government bodies could leverage this contract to expand their footprint in government projects.

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Notice Title

KMCIT-316

Notice Description

Kirklees Council requires a reliable, industry-standard 2D drafting software solution to support its engineering department.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066b82
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023723-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

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
£94,492 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 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
THE COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF KIRKLEES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HUDDERSFIELD
Postcode
HD1 2TA
Post Town
Huddersfield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Kirklees
Electoral Ward
Newsome
Westminster Constituency
Huddersfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARKANCE

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