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IHS4 Local Government Portal

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

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01 May 2026 at 08:04

Summary of the contracting process

Sunderland City Council has recently completed a procurement process titled "IHS4 Local Government Portal," with the primary focus on goods related to software packages and information systems. The project is set in Sunderland, falling under the UKC23 region, and is specified for public authority sub-central government classifications. The tendering followed a direct procurement method, below the threshold and without competition, and it was awarded on 1st May 2026 to ALLIUM UK HOLDING LIMITED, a large-scale supplier based in London. The contract period spans from 1st May 2026 to 30th March 2029, demonstrating a well-planned schedule to enhance local government operations through dedicated software solutions.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for companies specialising in software development and information systems. With a project value exceeding £157,000, this contract is particularly well-suited for large businesses capable of delivering complex software packages and ongoing support. Such contracts not only provide financial growth prospects but also position companies as key players in the public sector by building relationships with governmental bodies like Sunderland City Council. The absence of competition in the procurement process underscores an emphasis on reliability and experience, allowing businesses with established market presence to leverage their capabilities for strategic growth.

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Notice Title

IHS4 Local Government Portal

Notice Description

info4localgov Portal including ongoing support and maintenance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068fe2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040256-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£131,108 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Mar 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3AA
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALLIUM UK HOLDING

Further Information

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