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LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY

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UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process concerning the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA) sought a Portfolio Management Information System to support its Integrated Settlement programme, launching in April 2026. This initiative, part of a devolution deal, aims to streamline funding management by replacing various fragmented streams with a single, flexible fund that allows local strategic planning and investment. The procurement process has reached the award stage as of 17th April 2026, with QUARRYDALE CONSULTING LTD being awarded the contract for goods related to software packages and information systems. The engagement, governed by limited competition falling below the threshold, spans from April 2026 to February 2029, with goods delivery focused within the United Kingdom, specifically in the UKD7 region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the software and information systems industry to contribute to the transformation of local government processes under the LCRCA's purview. Businesses specialising in software development and management systems, particularly those capable of delivering phased solutions for monitoring and reporting, stand to benefit. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), akin to QUARRYDALE CONSULTING LTD, can leverage their niche expertise to fulfil the requirements of strategic funding management. This contract showcases the potential for growth through offering solutions that cater to public sector efficiency and innovation needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Portfolio Management Office - Management Information System< Back to dashboard

Notice Description

The Integrated Settlement (IS) programme, launching in April 2026, is a major transformation initiative that empowers Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA) to Plan strategically, Invest flexibly and Deliver locally tailored solutions. The programme replaces dozens of fragmented funding streams from various government departments with a single, flexible funding pot. This is part of a broader devolution deal and marks a significant shift in how funding is managed locally. The LCRCA is looking for a Portfolio Management Information System (PMIS) solution that can be implemented on a phased basis, with the phase 1 MVP deployment in place by the end of Q1 26/27 to support the monitoring and reporting requirements of the Integrated Settlement Mayoral Combined Authority can decide on funding allocation as long as the agreed outcomes are met. Each MCA is required to report against a detailed Outcomes Framework that includes Outcomes, Indicators, Targets and Data Sources.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068585
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035292-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£67,550 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Apr 2026 - 28 Feb 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 1BP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QUARRYDALE CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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