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16 Jun 2026 at 11:56

Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council has completed a public procurement process titled "NCT CareFirst 25-26", aimed at extending CareFirst services while implementing Liquid logic. The contracting authority is based in Northampton, UK, and operates under the category of public authorities at the sub-central government level. This procurement process falls under the industry category of IT services, encompassing consulting, software development, Internet, and support services. The procurement was conducted using a limited method for below-threshold procurements, signifying a competitive yet selective process. The contract, awarded on 16th June 2026, was signed on 31st March 2025 and is set to run from 1st April 2025 to 30th September 2028, with a total value of £38,279.00 GBP.

The "NCT CareFirst 25-26" contract presents significant opportunities for IT service providers, specifically those offering consultancy, software development, and support services aimed at governmental operations. Businesses specialising in IT services that are small to medium enterprises (SMEs) would find this tender particularly attractive due to its targeted nature and the council's focus on enhancing technological infrastructure. The procurement process's limited competitive method suggests a preference for providers with relevant expertise and capability to meet specific governmental needs, offering an excellent growth opportunity for SMEs capable of delivering high-quality, tailored IT solutions.

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Notice Title

NCT CareFirst 25-26

Notice Description

Extension of CareFirst whilst implementation of Liquid logic

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b5e2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056623-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£38,279 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20251 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 30 Sep 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OLM SYSTEMS

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