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Tender

11 Aug 2026 at 11:17

Summary of the contracting process

Cheshire West and Chester Council is currently in the tender stage of procuring an "Integrated Public Protection System," which spans building control, housing grants, and home improvements. This open procedure process, classified under the Software Package and Information Systems industry category, is governed by the legal framework of the United Kingdom, specifically the UKPGA 2023/54. The procurement process, valued at £315,000 with a gross amount of £378,000, is managed electronically with submissions open until 11 September 2026. This initiative is based in Ellesmere Port, UK, and targets enhancing public service systems across the region. Key dates include the conclusion of the enquiry period on 2 September 2026, submission deadline on 11 September 2026, and the anticipated award period ending 14 October 2026. The contract is scheduled to start on 1 November 2026 and may extend through optional renewals until 2035.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the technology and system integration industries. The focus on software solutions for public protection systems is particularly advantageous for companies with expertise in developing comprehensive IT systems for governmental bodies. The contract's emphasis on quality, price, and social value, alongside its SME and VCSE suitability, indicates a strong preference for innovative solutions that offer substantial community benefits. Firms capable of providing scalable and integrated software systems are well-positioned to compete for this contract, offering potential for substantial business growth and long-term engagement with Cheshire West and Chester Council.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Integrated Public Protection System

Notice Description

Integrated Public Protection, Building Control, Housing Grants and Home Improvements System.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06e137
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076183-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£315,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£315,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
11 Sep 20261 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Aug 2031 4-5 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
CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ELLESMERE PORT
Postcode
CH65 0BA
Post Town
Chester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester

Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Central & Grange
Westminster Constituency
Ellesmere Port and Bromborough

Further Information

Notice Documents

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