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title: "BC/02447"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-51aab154-5c48-4aa1-86f8-03fc8b871e2d"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)"
published: "2022-06-28"
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# BC/02447

Buyer: BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-51aab154-5c48-4aa1-86f8-03fc8b871e2d

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## Summary

The British Council is currently conducting a planning phase for the procurement of a system aimed at efficiently managing the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, with a focus on automation and user experience. The tender, titled "BC/02447", falls under the industry category of software packages, specifically related to procurement systems. The engagement end date for interested parties to submit their insights is set for 8th July 2022. The British Council is based in London, England, at 1 Redman Place, and they are primarily seeking market intelligence at this stage rather than formal proposals.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in software development and procurement solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to engage, providing them with a chance to showcase their innovative approaches and technologies. The emphasis on automation and user experience indicates a preference for solutions that enhance operational efficiency, thus attracting businesses that can deliver cutting-edge software tailored to the unique needs of the British Council.

## Notice

The British Council is currently seeking market intelligence on systems to efficiently manage the end-to-end procurement lifecycle which would in turn provide visibility and support informed decisions, whilst providing control & compliance. Automation and user experience are key to help drive adoption and maximise opportunities across the organisation. At this stage we are not looking for a detailed plan or delivery proposal as this will be requested at the Request for Proposal/Invitation to Tender stage (if any). However, it would be helpful if you could also provide an indicative estimate of cost (not a quotation) and likely timescales required to deliver the project described above. Please go to https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil/aspx/Home for further information.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57bbb371-ef39-4c7c-b879-cf53d2d550f0 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jun 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 8 Jul 2022 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRITISH COUNCIL(THE) |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48100000 - Industry specific software package
- 48490000 - Procurement software package

## Release History

- 28 Jun 2022 at 15:02 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57bbb371-ef39-4c7c-b879-cf53d2d550f0
- 28 Jun 2022 at 14:32 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99afae91-09e1-4123-b4e3-ef403e80b9ff

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57bbb371-ef39-4c7c-b879-cf53d2d550f0
  28th June 2022 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99afae91-09e1-4123-b4e3-ef403e80b9ff
  28th June 2022 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil/aspx/Home

## Provenance

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