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Award

14 Jul 2026 at 08:33

Award

13 Jul 2026 at 09:58

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by GreenSquareAccord Limited, a public authority operating as a sub-central government entity in Birmingham, has reached the completion stage. This process, recorded under the title "Recurring Professional Services," centers around providing ongoing consultancy, professional services, and system training to support the existing MRI software ecosystem used by GreenSquareAccord. The contract, valued at £165,240 inclusive of VAT, covers a two-year term from 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2028. It employs a direct procurement method awarded to MRI Software Limited, a large supplier with specialised expertise crucial for the project's success. Notable dates in this process include the contract award date of 13 July 2026, followed by a scheduled future signature date on 24 July 2026. This tender includes service delivery across multiple regions in the United Kingdom, such as UKC, UKD, and UKI, among others, and falls under the "systems and technical consultancy services" category in line with the CPV code 72220000.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses that specialise in consultancy and bespoke software services. Although MRI Software Limited was identified as the sole supplier due to its ownership of the software and exclusive capability to provide the required services, businesses capable of acquiring similar technical expertise or exploring sub-contracting opportunities may find this sector promising for growth. SMEs, in particular, might discover niches where they can play supportive roles or eventually develop their bespoke solutions or consultancy services that align with public sector needs. Companies that invest in developing specific skills related to the MRI software ecosystem could potentially compete in future contracts or collaborate in existing frameworks like the Technology Products & Associated Services 2 (TEPAS2) Framework, improving their market positioning and technical service offerings.

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Notice Title

Recurring Professional Services

Notice Description

GSA requires ongoing consultancy, professional services, and system training from MRI Software Limited. The total contract value is PS165,240 (inclusive of VAT) over a two-year term. GSA will purchase service credits in advance and draw down against these credits as consultancy, professional services, and training support are required.

Procurement Information

MRI Software Limited is the sole supplier capable of providing these services, as it owns and supports the wider MRI software ecosystem used by GSA. The company possesses the specialist technical expertise, system knowledge, integration capability and intellectual property rights necessary to deliver the required consultancy, professional services and training. The services are intrinsically linked to MRI's proprietary software solutions and require detailed knowledge of system configuration, functionality, ongoing product developments and existing integrations within GSA's technology estate. This expertise cannot be readily or cost-effectively replicated by a third-party provider without introducing significant risks to service delivery, system performance, programme timelines and business continuity. Consequently, MRI Software Limited is considered the only supplier capable of delivering these services to the required standard and within the required timescales, making a direct award the most appropriate procurement route. The Technology Products & Associated Services 2 (TEPAS2) Framework (RM6098) was explored as a potential procurement route for this requirement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c94c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065929-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£137,700 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jul 20263 days ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GREENSQUAREACCORD LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B1 2JB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MRI SOFTWARE

Further Information

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