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title: "Made Smarter East Midlands - Intensive IDTA Support - Datalink Electronics"
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# Made Smarter East Midlands - Intensive IDTA Support - Datalink Electronics

Buyer: LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2dbf6453-bc81-4332-a7fd-c2dbac823c73

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## Summary

This procurement process, initiated by Lincolnshire County Council, pertains to the "Made Smarter East Midlands - Intensive IDTA Support - Datalink Electronics" project within the industrial and technical training services category. Based in East Midlands, England, the project focuses on process mapping for Datalink Electronics in its next phase of digital transformation centered on an ERP project. The tender, which concluded on 9th June 2026, has been awarded to HSSMI Consulting Ltd with the contract period spanning from 15th June 2026 to 31st March 2027. The public procurement stage is the award phase, marking the project's transition from tender to contract implementation, following the application of a procedure classified under "Other" procurement methods.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in training services, particularly those adept in industrial and technical sectors. SMEs and VCSEs are especially suitable given the suitability criteria outlined in the tender. The awarded contract, valued at £6,000, offers a platform for businesses to involve themselves in impactful digital transformation initiatives. By engaging in projects like this, companies can bolster their expertise in ERP-related projects and process mapping, fostering growth and enhancing their portfolios through participation in government-led initiatives.

## Notice

Process mapping is an essential part of Datalink Electronics next digital transformation phase, which is centred around an ERP project. Without understanding their current processes and mapping them out in an effective manner they will reduce the likelihood of a successful project. See attached their approved application form along with a copy of their Road Map. Also see documents 2.4 and 2.5 for additional information.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9760c72-4272-4099-b6c4-8dd57810efcf |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £6,000 |
| 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 | LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LINCOLN |
| Post town | Lincoln |
| Postcode | LN1 1YL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC |
| Local authority | Lincoln |
| Electoral ward | Carholme |
| Westminster constituency | Lincoln |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HSSMI CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80531000 - Industrial and technical training services
- 80531100 - Industrial training services
- 80531200 - Technical training services

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2026 at 13:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9760c72-4272-4099-b6c4-8dd57810efcf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9760c72-4272-4099-b6c4-8dd57810efcf
  12th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://app.panacea-software.com/lcc/
  Click above to Apply (link to e-procurement portal)

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