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Adobe Software

CITY OF DONCASTER COUNCIL

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31 Mar 2026 at 11:30

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process for "Adobe Software" was conducted by the City of Doncaster Council, which is a sub-central government authority located in Doncaster, United Kingdom. It falls under the services category in the programming industry, specifically focusing on programming services of packaged software products. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with Trustmarque Solutions Ltd being the chosen supplier for the contract. The process was carried out using a direct procurement method below the threshold, without competition, as Trustmarque is the existing authorised reseller of Adobe software, ensuring seamless service continuity. Key dates include the contract signature on 23 March 2026, with the contract period stretching from 1 April 2026 to 30 April 2029. The total contract value amounts to £43,267.50.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on IT and software services, particularly those with expertise in packaged software products. Companies that can provide high-quality programming services, manage software licensing, and offer robust software support would be well-positioned to compete in this industry. Despite the direct procurement method used by the City of Doncaster Council, future tenders in the region could provide avenues for growth as additional software needs arise. Businesses looking to expand in the public sector and with capabilities similar to those of large-scale software providers like Trustmarque should watch for similar opportunities where continuity and established expertise are valued.

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Notice Title

Adobe Software

Notice Description

As the existing supplier and authorised reseller for Adobe software, Trustmarque provides continuity of service and support while avoiding the additional time, cost, and administrative effort required to source and onboard an alternative supplier.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0678f5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029591-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72210000 - Programming services of packaged software products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£43,267 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 3-4 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

TRUSTMARQUE SOLUTIONS

Further Information

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