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title: "Abandoned vehicle software system"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-27"
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# Abandoned vehicle software system

Buyer: WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-67bffcd4-d060-4ab2-b75a-f8a3cf80d0cd

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## Summary

The contracting process involves the award of a project to develop an "Abandoned vehicle software system" by West Sussex County Council, serving as the buying organisation. This procurement falls under the industry category of software-related services, with a location focus in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The process progressed through the award stage, with the contract awarded to FARTHEST GATE LIMITED on 26th February 2026. Key dates include the conclusion of the tender period on 19th February 2026 and the contract spanning from 5th March 2026 to 4th March 2029. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and the contract value stands at £260,000.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for firms specialising in software-related services, particularly those able to support or innovate within the domain of abandoned vehicle management systems. While the tender did not highlight suitability for SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with robust capabilities and experience in providing software solutions to local governments may find this project advantageous. FARTHEST GATE LIMITED, a supplier with established expertise, successfully secured the contract, suggesting an encouraging environment for businesses with similar specialisations to compete for upcoming contracts in this category.

## Notice

Abandoned vehicle software system

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ad0956d-8c51-4622-a534-e6768c0d4435 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 5 Mar 2026 - 4 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £260,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £260,000 |
| 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 | WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHICHESTER |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO19 1RQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) |
| Local authority | Chichester |
| Electoral ward | Chichester Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chichester |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FARTHEST GATE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72260000 - Software-related services

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2026 at 08:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ad0956d-8c51-4622-a534-e6768c0d4435

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ad0956d-8c51-4622-a534-e6768c0d4435
  27th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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