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title: "Software Gateway"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2c4e3603-3935-4965-a0ae-db0609bbe644"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-02-17"
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# Software Gateway

Buyer: CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2c4e3603-3935-4965-a0ae-db0609bbe644

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## Summary

The Civil Aviation Authority has awarded the contract titled "Software Gateway" to Phoenix Software Limited, marking the completion of the procurement process. This tender falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems, and the contract is set to be executed in England. The procurement was initiated via a selective method, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the tender period ending on 17th September 2025, with the contract running from 29th September 2025 to 28th September 2027. The award was activated on 22nd September 2025, with the contract notice published on 17th February 2026.

This procurement represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in software packages and information systems, as the contract offers a total value of £1,500,000. With the Civil Aviation Authority as the buyer, this contract provides a significant potential for growth, particularly for SMEs, given its suitability criteria. Companies with experience in reselling software under established frameworks will find this opportunity well-aligned with their expertise. The awarded contract could serve as a foundation for enterprises looking to expand their foothold in the public sector software market.

## Notice

Provision to purchase software via a supplier (reseller) using a consolidated route.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eed1f1a1-4f86-4ecb-a19f-f00098c35a18 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Sep 2025 - 28 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,500,000 |
| 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 | CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY |
| Locality | GATWICK |
| Post town | Redhill |
| Postcode | RH6 0YR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ28 West Sussex (North East) |
| Local authority | Crawley |
| Electoral ward | Langley Green & Tushmore |
| Westminster constituency | Crawley |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PHOENIX SOFTWARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 17 Feb 2026 at 15:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eed1f1a1-4f86-4ecb-a19f-f00098c35a18

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eed1f1a1-4f86-4ecb-a19f-f00098c35a18
  17th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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