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title: "e-Tourism Solution: Design, Support and Hosting Agreement"
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# e-Tourism Solution: Design, Support and Hosting Agreement

Buyer: DORSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-651c0276-dd53-4d7a-8ef1-3fadf5a80cfb

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## Summary

Dorset Council awarded a contract for an e-Tourism Solution, involving design, support, and hosting services. The procurement process follows a selective method through a call-off from the G-Cloud 14 Framework. The overarching industry category is software package and information systems, with a focus on services. Relevant locations include the South West region of the UK. The procurement reached the award stage, with the contract issued to Granicus-Firmstep Limited, effective from 1 June 2026 until 30 April 2029, including a possible 12-month extension. The tender period concluded on 9 September 2025.

This contract presents a promising growth opportunity for businesses specialising in software and information systems, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive e-Tourism solutions. With Dorset Council being the buying authority, it suggests potential collaboration prospects for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) suited for selective procurement methods. This tender offers opportunities for businesses aiming to contribute innovative digital solutions within the tourism industry, ensuring long-term service provision and support, which can significantly enhance business stature and secure continued project involvement.

## Notice

Supply of e-Tourism Solution: Design, Support and Hosting solutions to Buyer. Call-off from G-Cloud 14 Framework. Initial contract period of 36 months with an optional 12-month extension period.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8d348a9-d267-48d7-87d7-273907fac3c5 |
| 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 | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,963 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £150,963 |
| 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 | DORSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | DORCHESTER |
| Post town | Dorchester |
| Postcode | DT1 1XJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK64 Dorset |
| Local authority | Dorset |
| Electoral ward | Dorchester West |
| Westminster constituency | West Dorset |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GRANICUS-FIRMSTEP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2026 at 09:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8d348a9-d267-48d7-87d7-273907fac3c5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8d348a9-d267-48d7-87d7-273907fac3c5
  27th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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