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Cinnamon Children & Family Hub data system

CITY OF DONCASTER COUNCIL

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20 Mar 2026 at 12:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Cinnamon Children & Family Hub data system" was undertaken by the City of Doncaster Council, situated at Civic Office, Waterdale, Doncaster. This contract falls under the industry category of IT services, particularly focusing on consulting, software development, internet services, and support. The procurement stage is in the award phase, which commenced on 20th March 2026. The direct procurement method was used, defined as "Below threshold - without competition," indicating the acquisition of services without going through the typical competitive tender process. The contract period is set from 1st April 2026 to 30th April 2028, with services to be delivered within the United Kingdom, specifically the UKE31 region.

This contract offers significant opportunities for growth in the IT services sector, particularly appealing to businesses capable of providing advanced data management solutions. Cinnamon Digital Applications Limited, identified as an SME, was awarded this contract to replace the existing e-start system, showcasing the potential for small to medium-sized enterprises in providing innovative digital solutions for public sector needs. Companies specialising in IT consultancy, software development, and support services may find similar contracts within public authorities, providing a pathway for business expansion through direct government procurement opportunities.

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Notice Title

Cinnamon Children & Family Hub data system

Notice Description

Following TGB approval, it is proposed to commission Cinnamon Digital Applications to provide a procurement compliant data management solution to replace the existing e-start system.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067035
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025710-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without 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
£65,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 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
CITY OF DONCASTER COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DONCASTER
Postcode
DN1 3BU
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE35 Doncaster
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Doncaster
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Doncaster Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CINNAMON DIGITAL APPLICATIONS

Further Information

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