Planning

CWC26037MW - Digitisation of CWC Internal Provision Services

WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

04 Jun 2026 at 15:22

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

04 Jun 2026 at 15:19

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

29 May 2026 at 10:32

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

22 May 2026 at 14:24

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Wolverhampton City Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "CWC26037MW - Digitisation of CWC Internal Provision Services". This initiative falls under the industry category of software package and information systems, with a focus on digitising internal provision services. Located in Wolverhampton within the UKG region, this process is currently set to explore market capabilities and gather information through a Preliminary Market Engagement (PME). Interested suppliers are encouraged to submit their questionnaires, with the submission deadline extended to 5pm on 12th June 2026. The contract period is anticipated to begin on 1st June 2027 and conclude on 31st May 2032, offering a substantial duration for project execution.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in digital solutions and software systems to expand their portfolios by collaborating with a public authority. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to engage with this project due to its suitability criteria. By participating in the tender, such businesses can not only secure a long-term contract but also showcase their capabilities in innovating and enhancing public service delivery, particularly in adult social care. The engagement with Wolverhampton City Council could pave the way for growth, increased market presence, and the strengthening of business credentials in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CWC26037MW - Digitisation of CWC Internal Provision Services

Notice Description

Wolverhampton City Council are conducting a Preliminary Market Test for Digitisation of Internal Provision Services. The Council would like to look at the options available, indicative costs, technical options and benefits of installing such a solution. The purpose of this Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) is to seek input from potential suppliers within the market, to determine the capability and capacity of the market to deliver such an integrated digital solution to further support and enhance the future delivery of Council Adult Social Care Internal Provision services, and at what indicative costs. This preliminary market engagement seeks to identify all the options available to the Council at this stage. Interested suppliers are invited to participate by completing a questionnaire which is available at the link in this advert. This will be used for information-gathering purposes and will help the Council understand the current market offerings and innovations. If you would like to participate, please complete the Preliminary Market Engagement Questionnaire which is available using the following link www.wolverhamptontenders.com The closing date for submission has been extended to 5pm on Friday 12th June 2026

Planning Information

Wolverhampton City Council are conducting a Preliminary Market Test for Digitisation of Internal Provision Services. The Council would like to look at the options available, indicative costs, technical options and benefits of installing such a solution. The purpose of this Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) is to seek input from potential suppliers within the market, to determine the capability and capacity of the market to deliver such an integrated digital solution to further support and enhance the future delivery of Council Adult Social Care Internal Provision services, and at what indicative costs. This preliminary market engagement seeks to identify all the options available to the Council at this stage. Interested suppliers are invited to participate by completing a questionnaire which is available at the link in this advert. This will be used for information-gathering purposes and will help the Council understand the current market offerings and innovations. If you would like to participate, please complete the Preliminary Market Engagement Questionnaire which is available using the following link www.wolverhamptontenders.com The closing date for submission has been extended to 5pm on 12th June 2026

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a1d7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053013-2026
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
SME, VCSE
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
8 Jun 2026Today
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2027 - 31 May 2032 Over 5 years
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
WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WOLVERHAMPTON
Postcode
WV1 1SH
Post Town
Wolverhampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG39 Wolverhampton
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Wolverhampton
Electoral Ward
St Peters
Westminster Constituency
Wolverhampton West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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