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GRP016 - Software Licence Subscription

SCAPE GROUP LIMITED (TRADING AS SCAPE)

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06 May 2026 at 08:53

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Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process was led by Scape Group Limited (trading as SCAPE), an organisation classified under public authority - sub-central government. The procurement, entitled "GRP016 - Software Licence Subscription," was conducted to identify a suitable software licensing and support solution for SCAPE's operational and digital needs. Concluded in the first quarter of 2025, the process underwent a structured and evidence-based evaluation to select the best solution. The procurement stage is now complete as of the 13th of April, 2026, resulting in a contract awarded to Softcat, a supplier based in Marlow, Buckinghamshire. The main procurement category for this contract is services, specifically under the industry classification of security services. The contract, valued at £79,806 gross, will span from 14th April 2026 to 13th April 2027, with a limited procurement method due to below-threshold competition.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, especially those specialising in software licensing, support solutions, and security services, to engage with public authorities and expand their portfolio. Companies that can offer robust technical capabilities, competitive commercial terms, and effective support arrangements would be well-suited to pursue similar opportunities. Working with an established buyer like SCAPE could provide exposure and credibility in the public sector, aiding in business growth and development in similar sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GRP016 - Software Licence Subscription

Notice Description

SCAPE undertook a structured and evidence-based procurement process over a 12-month period commencing in Q1 2025 to identify a suitable software licensing and support solution to meet its operational and digital requirements. The process began with market research and information gathering to identify available technologies, potential suppliers, and applicable licensing and procurement models. This included consideration of supplier capabilities, support arrangements, scalability, and indicative commercial terms. SCAPE reviewed and assessed a range of suppliers and procurement routes against SCAPE's requirements, including functional suitability, security and resilience, licensing flexibility, supplier capability, cost, and overall value for money. Costings and commercial options were evaluated as part of this comparative assessment. On completion of this evaluation, a decision was taken to proceed with Softcat. Softcat is the most appropriate overall solution, combining suitable technical capability, competitive commercial terms, and robust ongoing support arrangements. On this basis, Softcat was determined to represent the best value for SCAPE.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069216
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041357-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79710000 - Security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£66,505 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
13 Apr 2026 - 13 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCAPE GROUP LIMITED (TRADING AS SCAPE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG1 5AT
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Hyson Green & Arboretum
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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