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title: "Digital by Design Business Case"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6619bc95-3913-42e7-82c3-0af0a99e2076"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-03-13"
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# Digital by Design Business Case

Buyer: LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6619bc95-3913-42e7-82c3-0af0a99e2076

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## Summary

Lancashire County Council has completed the procurement process for the "Digital by Design Business Case," which falls under the IT services category, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support. Located in the North West region of the United Kingdom, the procurement was initiated as a tender and concluded with an award stage. This procurement had key deadlines, such as the tender period ending on 27th February 2025, and the contract period spanning from 2nd March 2025 to 31st May 2025. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the IT consulting and development industry, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The contract valued at £99,750 offers an excellent chance to collaborate with Lancashire County Council to develop a robust business case that could lead to substantial savings over two years. Businesses that are adept in delivering comprehensive IT solutions and support will find this tender aligned with their capabilities. Bloom Procurement Services Ltd, a large-scale entity, has already been awarded the contract, showcasing the potential for collaboration and growth within this sector.

## Notice

Lancashire County Council require support to develop a business case for the Digital by Design Programme. Against this work, a significant degree of savings are expected over a two-year period.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a57fe4b3-3ba1-41b0-b5be-69c0db0d070a |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2025 - 31 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £99,750 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £99,750 |
| 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 | LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR1 8XJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | Preston |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Preston |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLOOM PROCUREMENT SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 13 Mar 2025 at 16:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a57fe4b3-3ba1-41b0-b5be-69c0db0d070a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a57fe4b3-3ba1-41b0-b5be-69c0db0d070a
  13th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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