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003376 - Digital Change and Skills Tool

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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27 May 2026 at 16:21

Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council has completed the procurement process for the "003376 - Digital Change and Skills Tool." This initiative falls under the industry category of goods, specifically focusing on industry-specific software packages and systems consultancy services. The location for the contract implementation is within the UKC14 region of the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted using a direct method, below the threshold, and without competition. The contract was signed on 21st May 2026 and is set to run from 1st June 2026 until 31st May 2028. This procurement process was completed to enhance digital tool usage and staff skill development within the council.

For businesses seeking to expand in the digital tools and consultancy sector, this contract with Durham County Council provides a significant example of public procurement in this field. Companies that offer software solutions and possess consultancy expertise, particularly small and medium enterprises like WECHANGE.AI LTD, are well-suited to pursue similar opportunities. The focus on digital transformation and employee training further implies a continuous demand for innovative solutions, creating potential for businesses that specialise in digital learning paths, AI-driven analytics, and similar technologies to thrive and grow through similar contracts.

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Notice Title

003376 - Digital Change and Skills Tool

Notice Description

The tool delivers a digital staff survey (targeted if required) to establish a baseline of activity and awareness of digital tools. Survey results provide each staff member with a personalised learning pathway linked to online learning resources, and the supplier offers monthly online training sessions for unlimited staff numbers. Organisationally, the data can feed Power BI dashboards with AI-driven analysis, identifying digital tool usage, sentiment, readiness to change, and highlighting "quick" efficiency opportunities using existing M365 tools. The dashboard also enables benchmarking against other councils to identify further improvement or efficiency areas. Alongside tailored learning, staff benefit from monthly change-guidance sessions, monthly week-long skilling programmes, and 12 hours of consultancy per year.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a6df
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049962-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

48100000 - Industry specific software package

72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,990 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 May 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5WB
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Framwellgate and Newton Hall
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WECHANGE.AI

Further Information

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