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title: "E-Shot Alert; Email and SMS secure digital communication platform"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-75f4191b-2e14-4442-a9aa-a5533e49c291"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS"
published: "2024-10-31"
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# E-Shot Alert; Email and SMS secure digital communication platform

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-75f4191b-2e14-4442-a9aa-a5533e49c291

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has completed a procurement process for an "E-Shot Alert; Email and SMS secure digital communication platform." This tender falls under the "Information technology services" industry category and covers a wide geographic area including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and other parts of the world. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the total contract value is £30,410. The contract period starts on 1 November 2024 and ends on 31 October 2027. Key dates include the award date of 21 October 2024 and the publication on 31 October 2024.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) as stated in the suitability section. Companies specializing in secure digital communication platforms, email, and SMS services would find this contract particularly well-suited to their capabilities. Winning such a contract with a prominent public sector body like DEFRA can significantly enhance a company's credentials and market positioning. Moreover, the broad geographic coverage and significant contract duration offer ample room for business growth and potential future collaborations.

## Notice

E-Shot Alert; Email and SMS secure digital communication platform

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d2d5a66-b918-4baf-9afd-36e7ceb18854 |
| 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 | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,410 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,410 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72222300 - Information technology services

## Release History

- 31 Oct 2024 at 11:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d2d5a66-b918-4baf-9afd-36e7ceb18854

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d2d5a66-b918-4baf-9afd-36e7ceb18854
  31st October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8e2c85dd-8c41-4405-88d4-2ce4c4ac9e97
  Document_Signature_request_-_c26616_-E-Shot_A - Redacted

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