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title: "SCC IT Service Management Tool"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2914c576-8af1-4da5-a5ab-ce049a5973e3"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-23"
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# SCC IT Service Management Tool

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2914c576-8af1-4da5-a5ab-ce049a5973e3

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## Summary

This contract process was conducted by East Sussex County Council on behalf of Surrey County Council for the "SCC IT Service Management Tool." Falling under the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems (CPV code 48000000), the procurement process focused on services in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender concluded on 19 December 2025, with the contract commencing on 1 April 2026 and running until 31 March 2029, including a potential two-year extension. The procurement status is complete, with the award process finalised on 1 March 2026 and publicly announced on 23 April 2026.

This tender represents a substantial business opportunity, particularly for SMEs, as highlighted by the contract's suitability provisions. The contract valued at £372,000 GBP provides a notable opportunity for software and information systems providers to expand their footprint in the public sector. As the contract spans several years, successful businesses can anticipate sustained growth and potential for further extension beyond 2029. Softcat Plc, a large scale enterprise not classified as a VCSE, has been awarded the contract, indicating the suitability for businesses with robust capabilities in IT service management. The collaborative effort between councils suggests further opportunities for service providers in similar regional partnerships.

## Notice

This contract has now been awarded. The contract value quoted is ex VAT. The procurement was carried out by East Sussex County Council on behalf of Surrey County Council. A possible two year extension has been built into the contract from 1 April 2029 to 31 March 2031.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0c267ec-b3d5-4fef-897b-a97bd3751b8e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £235,200 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £372,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEWES |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN7 1UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Lewes |
| Electoral ward | Lewes Priory |
| Westminster constituency | Lewes |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOFTCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2026 at 14:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0c267ec-b3d5-4fef-897b-a97bd3751b8e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0c267ec-b3d5-4fef-897b-a97bd3751b8e
  23rd April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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