Planning

Social Media Management Software

SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Planning

15 Apr 2026 at 11:01

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Shropshire Council is initiating a procurement process titled "Social Media Management Software," focusing on the acquisition of a software package that falls under the industry category of "Software package and information systems." This procurement is classified as goods and is at the planning stage. The primary goal is to secure software that facilitates centralised management of social media activities to ensure compliance and enhance performance analytics. Shropshire Council, located in Shrewsbury, UKG22, United Kingdom, is managing this process. An important date in this planning stage includes product demonstrations scheduled for 23rd April 2026, with slots to be reserved by contacting Dan Waters at Dan.Waters@shropshire.gov.uk no later than 21st April 2026. The financial value of this procurement, in GBP, breaks down to a gross amount of £45,600 with an estimated contract period starting from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2027.

This procurement presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software development, particularly those that provide solutions for social media management. Companies that focus on integrated digital platforms capable of handling audit, compliance, and reporting tasks for government entities will find this tender appealing. The contract is suited for firms that can offer scalable solutions enabling efficient management across multiple social media platforms, with a keen eye on securing robust analytics and reporting functionalities. Businesses that can demonstrate a proven track record in establishing secure systems and providing value for money through centralised management are well-positioned to compete in this tendering process.

Find more tenders on our Open Data Platform.
How relevant is this notice?

Notice Information

Notice Title

Social Media Management Software

Notice Description

Shropshire Council is considering its options to procure a secure, centralised and auditable way to manage social media activity at scale. An internal audit has identified risks associated with unmanaged direct platform access, unclear ownership, inconsistent branding and limited oversight, all of which can be mitigated through a single, role based system that controls access, records user activity and supports compliance with council policies and Terms of Use. We are seeking a management platform which enables efficient publishing, monitoring and moderation across multiple platforms, reduces reliance on individual staff logins, and supports rationalisation of dormant accounts to improve value for money. Crucially, it should also provide analytics and reporting that allows the Council to evidence performance, understand resident engagement and provide assurance to senior management.

Planning Information

We wish to invite product demonstrations from interested suppliers over Microsoft Teams. Demonstrations will last no longer than 30 minutes including follow-up questions. Product demonstrations will take place on Thursday 23rd April 12.30pm – 1.30pm and 3.30pm – 5.00pm. To reserve a slot please contact Dan Waters Dan.Waters@shropshire.gov.uk by no later than 4.00 pm on 21st April.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0682da
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034132-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£38,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
21 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SHREWSBURY
Postcode
SY3 8HQ
Post Town
Shrewsbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG22 Shropshire
Delivery Location
TLG22 Shropshire
Local Authority
Shropshire
Electoral Ward
Porthill
Westminster Constituency
Shrewsbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

Download

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts. 

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-0682da-2026-04-15T12:01:34+01:00",
    "date": "2026-04-15T12:01:34+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-0682da",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-PPON-PCLL-9577-QDZW",
            "name": "Shropshire Council",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-PPON",
                "id": "PCLL-9577-QDZW"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Guildhall, Frankwell Quay",
                "locality": "Shrewsbury",
                "postalCode": "SY3 8HQ",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKG22"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "name": "Procurement",
                "email": "procurement@shropshire.gov.uk"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "id": "publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment",
                        "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE",
                        "description": "Public authority - sub-central government"
                    }
                ]
            }
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-PPON-PCLL-9577-QDZW",
        "name": "Shropshire Council"
    },
    "planning": {
        "milestones": [
            {
                "id": "engagement",
                "type": "engagement",
                "description": "We wish to invite product demonstrations from interested suppliers over Microsoft Teams. Demonstrations will last no longer than 30 minutes including follow-up questions. Product demonstrations will take place on Thursday 23rd April 12.30pm - 1.30pm and 3.30pm - 5.00pm. To reserve a slot please contact Dan Waters Dan.Waters@shropshire.gov.uk by no later than 4.00 pm on 21st April.",
                "dueDate": "2026-04-21T23:59:59+01:00",
                "status": "scheduled"
            }
        ],
        "documents": [
            {
                "id": "034132-2026",
                "documentType": "marketEngagementNotice",
                "noticeType": "UK2",
                "description": "Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender",
                "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034132-2026",
                "datePublished": "2026-04-15T12:01:34+01:00",
                "format": "text/html"
            }
        ]
    },
    "tender": {
        "id": "RQNI 151",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "2023/54",
            "scheme": "UKPGA",
            "uri": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents"
        },
        "title": "Social Media Management Software",
        "description": "Shropshire Council is considering its options to procure a secure, centralised and auditable way to manage social media activity at scale. An internal audit has identified risks associated with unmanaged direct platform access, unclear ownership, inconsistent branding and limited oversight, all of which can be mitigated through a single, role based system that controls access, records user activity and supports compliance with council policies and Terms of Use. We are seeking a management platform which enables efficient publishing, monitoring and moderation across multiple platforms, reduces reliance on individual staff logins, and supports rationalisation of dormant accounts to improve value for money. Crucially, it should also provide analytics and reporting that allows the Council to evidence performance, understand resident engagement and provide assurance to senior management.",
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "additionalClassifications": [
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "48000000",
                        "description": "Software package and information systems"
                    }
                ],
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "region": "UKG22",
                        "country": "GB",
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    }
                ],
                "relatedLot": "1"
            }
        ],
        "value": {
            "amountGross": 45600,
            "amount": 38000,
            "currency": "GBP"
        },
        "mainProcurementCategory": "goods",
        "aboveThreshold": false,
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "startDate": "2026-07-01T00:00:00+01:00",
                    "endDate": "2027-06-30T23:59:59+01:00"
                },
                "status": "planning"
            }
        ],
        "status": "planning"
    },
    "language": "en"
}