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Summary of the contracting process

Sanctuary Housing Association is inviting tenders for the "Website Design, Development and Hosting" contract. This active procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting IT services including consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement utilises a competitive flexible procedure with a selective method, structured as a three-stage process. Located in Worcester, United Kingdom (UKG region), interested parties must express interest by 27th July 2026, with the award period concluding on 20th November 2026. The procurement is significant, with a gross contract value of £3,360,000 and aligns with legal frameworks established under the 2023/54 UKPGA legislation. Electronic submissions are allowed, and the entire contract is set to commence on 1st March 2027, running until 28th February 2030, with possibilities for renewal.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for IT service providers, particularly those specialising in website development and content management systems. The demand for quality is high, with award criteria heavily weighted towards quality (80%) and price (20%). Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, making it an ideal opportunity for well-prepared businesses with expertise in secure hosting, maintenance, and technical support services. The tender allows for electronic submissions in English, providing a smooth process for applicants to demonstrate their capabilities and win a contract that promises both financial rewards and long-term collaboration with a reputable public undertaking.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Website Design, Development and Hosting

Notice Description

Sanctuary is seeking a Website Development and Content Management System provider to deliver, design and develop secure hosting maintenance and ongoing technical support for Sanctuary websites.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c2bc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062450-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£2,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,800,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
20 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2027 - 28 Feb 2030 3-4 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
SANCTUARY HOUSING ASSOCIATION
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR1 3ZQ
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
Cathedral
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Further Information

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