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title: "Software Advisory Services"
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# Software Advisory Services

Buyer: THE CAMBRIDGE HOUSING SOCIETY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-75b3ea0e-9c1f-48a4-b1bd-aaa76032cc91

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## Summary

The public procurement process undertaken by THE CAMBRIDGE HOUSING SOCIETY LIMITED, based in Cambridge, England, was for the project titled "Software Advisory Services". This contract fell under the software consultancy services category, with a main focus on providing advisory consultancy across three key phases: soft market engagement, development of market-ready specifications, and procurement support. The process reached the award stage on 1st June 2026, with Waterstons Ltd being awarded the contract valued at £47,520. The location of the project is primarily the East of England, and it adhered to a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses operating in the software consultancy domain, particularly those that qualify as small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Companies experienced in providing expert advice and support through various stages of project development would stand to benefit significantly. Additionally, firms capable of contributing innovative solutions tailored to market specifications are well-positioned to engage with such contracts, potentially leading to expanded business engagements and growth in the public sector services arena.

## Notice

The provision of Advisory Services consultancy during three phases of the project: 1) Soft Market Engagement 2) Development of a market ready specification 3) Procurement support

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99b4a1cf-e2f9-4759-aae3-c0494f7b13ed |
| 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 | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £47,520 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £47,520 |
| 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 | THE CAMBRIDGE HOUSING SOCIETY LIMITED |
| Locality | CAMBRIDGE |
| Post town | Cambridge |
| Postcode | CB24 9ZR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | South Cambridgeshire |
| Electoral ward | Histon & Impington |
| Westminster constituency | St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WATERSTONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72266000 - Software consultancy services

## Release History

- 14 Jul 2026 at 15:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99b4a1cf-e2f9-4759-aae3-c0494f7b13ed

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99b4a1cf-e2f9-4759-aae3-c0494f7b13ed
  14th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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