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23 Jun 2026 at 12:21

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19 Jun 2026 at 10:02

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19 Jun 2026 at 09:57

Summary of the contracting process

The most recent public procurement process involves a direct award from ORE Catapult, a public undertaking based in Glasgow, UK. The contract, titled "Finance System Upgrade 2026," focuses on the services industry, particularly computer upgrade services. This award appoints Datel Computing Limited to perform essential upgrades to Sage Intaact and Fusion systems. The procurement process justification notes the need for technical compatibility with ORE Catapult's existing software infrastructure, making competitive tendering unsuitable. The contract commenced on 16th June 2026, concluding on 15th June 2027, with a total contract value of approximately £96,723.78, and has been fully awarded and actively signed since 19th June 2026.

This process offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT and software development, particularly those suited for maintaining and upgrading financial software systems. This direct award highlights the potential for growth for enterprises adept in tailor-making systems to client specifications, particularly SMEs akin to Datel Computing Limited, which can demonstrate profound technical expertise and capacity to ensure seamless integration and upgrades. Such projects present valuable prospects for businesses aiming to expand their portfolio in government-contracted service provision, particularly in niche technical fields requiring specific expertise and compatibility assurances.

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Notice Title

Finance System Upgrade 2026

Notice Description

The purpose of this direct award is to appoint Datel Computing Limited to provide the essential upgrades to Sage Intaact and Fusion. These upgrades will maintain existing software, support and provide access to the platforms and add on services. Please note the actual contract dates are: Start Date: 16/06/2026 End Date: 15/06/2027

Procurement Information

To competitively tender would not be suitable on technical grounds. The organisation has invested in the infrastructure of the Sage Systems, building a system fit for purpose and to provide a bespoke financial system for employees and stakeholders to utilise. Although other financial systems are available, there is no other provider that can offer the specific requirements required with the compatibility to our existing software. This is not a viable option

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b8cd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058951-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72540000 - Computer upgrade services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£80,603 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£80,603 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jun 20266 days ago
Contract Period
19 Jun 2026 - 15 Jun 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ORE CATAPULT
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1RD
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DATEL COMPUTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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