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TVCA-PROC-0863 - Business Tees Valley website Platform Development

TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY

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04 Jun 2026 at 14:44

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being overseen by the Tees Valley Combined Authority, located in Darlington, UK. The tender, entitled "TVCA-PROC-0863 - Business Tees Valley website Platform Development", falls under the industry categories of IT services, computer platforms, and internet software development, with an anticipated contract value of £1.2 million net (£1.44 million gross). The open procurement process is currently in the tender stage with key deadlines approaching: the enquiry period closes on 19th June 2026, and the submission deadline is on 29th June 2026. Interested parties should note that the anticipated contract start date is 7th August 2026, with potential extensions available until 2030 if funding permits.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in IT services and software development to expand their client base by establishing a framework agreement with a key public authority in the region. With a focus on quality, price, and social value, enterprises that demonstrate these strengths could gain a competitive edge. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the contract is suitable for them. The project will support the digital evolution of business support platforms in the Tees Valley, enabling tech companies to showcase their expertise in modern software solutions and drive regional business growth.

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Notice Title

TVCA-PROC-0863 - Business Tees Valley website Platform Development

Notice Description

Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) ('the contracting authority') is seeking to establish a single provider Framework to support the design, development and ongoing evolution of a Business Support Digital Platform. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Tees Valley portal at: https://teesvalley.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-Darlington:-Computer-platforms./M8FR5HM82V To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://teesvalley.delta-esourcing.com/respond/M8FR5HM82V For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://teesvalley.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Darlington:-Computer-platforms./M8FR5HM82V To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://teesvalley.delta-esourcing.com/respond/M8FR5HM82V

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Option to extend for a further 2 years if suitable funding is available.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06addf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052960-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

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


CPV Codes

30211300 - Computer platforms

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72212220 - Internet and intranet software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Aug 2026 - 7 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL2 1NJ
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
TLC1 Tees Valley and Durham

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Sadberge & Middleton St George
Westminster Constituency
Stockton West

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