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title: "Architectural Technical Support"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7e46ec06-cc69-46e0-ab42-92333d8a6b3e"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2024-12-24"
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# Architectural Technical Support

Buyer: POST OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7e46ec06-cc69-46e0-ab42-92333d8a6b3e

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## Summary

The procurement process for "Architectural Technical Support" was conducted by the Post Office, focusing on providing architectural and technical support for their IT systems and platforms. This initiative falls under the industry category of IT services, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement stage is now at the Award stage, having been completed. The procurement took place in London, United Kingdom, with the tender period closing on 6th September 2024 and the contract commencing on 13th September 2024, continuing through to 12th September 2027. The procurement method employed was a call-off from the G-Cloud 13 Frameworks Lot 3, using a selective process with a total contract value of GBP 498,500. The award was made to Bramble Hub Limited.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those providing consultancy and technical support. SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) are especially encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria specified. Engaging in such contracts can facilitate business growth by securing long-term partnerships with established entities like the Post Office. Companies that excel in IT system architecture, support, and development would find this opportunity particularly beneficial, paving the way for expanded market presence and increased revenue streams.

## Notice

Architectural and Technical Support for POL's IT systems and platforms. Call off from G-Cloud 13 Frameworks Lot 3 using the Direct Award process.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9cc58c0b-545e-49d9-ab6e-fa991b13c8b9 |
| 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 | 24 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 12 Sep 2024 - 12 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £498,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £498,500 |
| 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 | POST OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC2V 7ER |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | City of London |
| Electoral ward | Bassishaw |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRAMBLE HUB |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 24 Dec 2024 at 10:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9cc58c0b-545e-49d9-ab6e-fa991b13c8b9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9cc58c0b-545e-49d9-ab6e-fa991b13c8b9
  24th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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