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title: "CO - Bespoke Electoral Management System modifications contract"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-55163938-dd0a-44f6-b059-f4991234ccb5"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE"
published: "2018-06-27"
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# CO - Bespoke Electoral Management System modifications contract

Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-55163938-dd0a-44f6-b059-f4991234ccb5

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## Summary

The public procurement process relates to a contract for the "Bespoke Electoral Management System modifications" awarded by the Crown Commercial Service. This project falls within the software package and information systems industry category, with a total contract value of £500,000. The contract period commenced on 1st April 2016 and concluded on 31st March 2017, with the tender process having been completed by the tender period end date of 30th March 2016. The procurement method utilised for this contract was an open procedure, aimed at enhancing transparency and competition.

This awarded tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the software development and technology sector, to engage in government projects. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) may find this contract particularly relevant, as the contract's structure appears to favour their participation. With the ongoing demand for tailored software solutions within government institutions, businesses that specialise in electoral management systems or similar innovations could be well-positioned to compete for future contracts in this area.

## Notice

This contract has already been awarded and is published for transparency purposes. The Cabinet Office supports the Prime Minister and ensures the effective running of government. It is also the corporate headquarters for government, in partnership with HM Treasury, and takes the lead in certain critical policy areas. This a draw down contract covering the financial year 2016/17.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6ae1b64-807c-4515-a8d1-75be48ff8611 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Mar 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Mar 2016 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2016 - 31 Mar 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 9PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | XPRESS SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 27 Jun 2018 at 13:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6ae1b64-807c-4515-a8d1-75be48ff8611

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6ae1b64-807c-4515-a8d1-75be48ff8611
  27th June 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fe361ce6-3360-4f99-9ebe-e3e36bb2fb6f
  00088235; EMS Contract Award Letter - CF v1.0

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/crown-commercial-service

## Provenance

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