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Data Platform Build Consultancy

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council has awarded a contract for "Data Platform Build Consultancy" under an open procedure to a consultancy partner for the design and implementation of a data platform hosted on the council's on-premise Microsoft SQL Server cluster environment. The contract, valued at GBP 39,625, was signed on 23rd July 2024, with the consultancy services provided by Insight, an SME based in Hamilton, UK. The procurement for this service falls under the "General public services" industry category, with delivery at Argyll and Bute Council's location in Lochgilphead (UKM region). The procurement process included both tender and award stages, concluding with the completion of the contract on 24th July 2024.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for consultancy firms specialising in data platforms, particularly those with expertise in Microsoft SQL Server. Businesses that excel in IT consultancy services and have prior experience with public sector contracts will find this an advantageous project that could enhance their portfolio. Participation in such contracts can spur business growth by establishing strong relationships with local authorities and showcasing the firm's ability to deliver complex IT solutions. SMEs, in particular, can benefit by demonstrating their capability to handle substantial municipal technology projects, thereby increasing their market reach and reputation.

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Notice Title

Data Platform Build Consultancy

Notice Description

Argyll & Bute Council (ABC) is seeking a consultancy partner to assist with the design and implementation of a "data platform" hosted on the council's on-premise Microsoft SQL Server cluster environment.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll & Bute Council (ABC) is seeking a consultancy partner to assist with the design and implementation of a "data platform" hosted on the council's on-premise Microsoft SQL Server cluster environment. See attached ITQ Doc for more information.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000749574
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL510503
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

72227000 - Software integration consultancy services

72246000 - Systems consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£39,625 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Nov 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
elaine.appleby@argyll-bute.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1546604239

Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSIGHT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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