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12 Jun 2026 at 15:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "ORBIS Software" contract was initiated by the Police and Crime Commissioner for Gwent, a public authority under sub-central government, located in Llantarnam, United Kingdom. The tender sought to provide a software database that delivers insights based on consumer research data. This tender, belonging to the industry category of goods particularly focused on software packages and information systems, has already reached the award stage. The contract with SIMUNIX LIMITED, an SME based in York, was signed on 25th May 2026, commencing on 1st June 2026, and concluding on 1st June 2027. The procurement method was described as "Below threshold - unknown," indicating its specific procurement strategy within applicable legislative frameworks.

This tender provides notable opportunities for businesses specialising in software development, particularly those capable of delivering comprehensive data-driven software solutions. Companies with expertise in consumer research data analytics would find this opportunity beneficial for expanding their portfolio. Given the contract's value and focus on delivering specialised software, small and medium-sized enterprises with innovative technological capabilities stand well-suited to compete in this space. Engaging in such contracts could significantly boost business growth, offering both revenue and reputation enhancements in the public sector marketplace.

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Notice Title

ORBIS Software

Notice Description

The provision of a software database that provides information based on consumer research data.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b468
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055892-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£42,040 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 1 Jun 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR GWENT
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LLANTARNAM
Postcode
NP44 3FW
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL53 Gwent Valleys
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Torfaen
Electoral Ward
Llantarnam
Westminster Constituency
Torfaen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SIMUNIX

Further Information

Notice Documents

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