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30 Jul 2026 at 13:33

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process conducted by the West Midlands Growth Company Limited has been completed. The contract titled "LinkedIn Sales Navigator Renewal & Additional Licences" involved the renewal of 20 existing licences and the addition of 12 new licences for a period of 12 months. The procurement falls within the IT services industry category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, internet, and support services. This direct procurement was carried out below the threshold, without competition, and was awarded to LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company. The contract commenced on 19th July 2026 and will end on 18th July 2027, with a total contract value of £46,912.32, including VAT.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in providing IT and software services, particularly those offering products that enhance business interaction and networking capabilities. Companies equipped to supply licensing solutions and digital interaction platforms are well-suited to compete for similar opportunities. Given its focus on facilitating engagement with businesses and investors, firms with expertise in relationship management services and those looking to expand their client base within the public sector could greatly benefit from engaging in such procurement processes.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

LinkedIn Sales Navigator Renewal & Additional Licences

Notice Description

Renewal of exiting 20 licences for a further 12-month subscription plus the addition of a further 12 additional licences for a 12-month subscription Provides contact details for key employers at businesses Provides news and added value regarding key target businesses Enables greater interaction with existing businesses and investors

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d7c7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072246-2026
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
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£39,093 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
18 Jul 2026 - 18 Jul 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
WEST MIDLANDS GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6AT
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

LINKEDIN IRELAND

Further Information

Notice Documents

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