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title: "GB-Sheffield: Strategic Build Data Programme"
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# GB-Sheffield: Strategic Build Data Programme

Buyer: BRITISH BUSINESS BANK  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-83ac990d-28a1-45c5-8b9e-f070b55623f5

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## Summary

The British Business Bank has successfully contracted Dufrain Consulting Ltd to deliver the Strategic Build Data Programme in Sheffield, aimed at enhancing its data infrastructure and analytics capabilities. This procurement falls under the services category with a focus on database systems, as classified under CPV 48610000. The contract value is set at £926,650, with the programme starting on 3rd March 2025 and running until 10th September 2025. The procurement method utilised for this initiative was the G-Cloud 14 framework. Although the tender was completed on 5th February 2024, the project has since seen an increase in scope, with the final phase expected to conclude by 30th June 2026.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in data architecture, analytics, and system integration. Firms with a proven track record in developing scalable, flexible data solutions or those engaged in improving enterprise-level reporting and operational efficiency would find this project aligns well with their competencies. The programme's emphasis on risk oversight, sustainability, and enhanced user experience with comprehensive data management outlines a path for innovation and growth, positioning participating firms favourably for future contracts and similar engagements. Large-scale firms, like Dufrain Consulting Ltd, with robust capabilities in handling significant enterprise-level projects, would be particularly well-suited to leverage this opportunity for extending their market reach.

## Notice

NOTE: This notice was updated on 20 January 2026 for the following reason: The value has increased by PS254,555 and the date extended to the 30th June 2026 to allow for the completion of Phase 1, as per the scope of works.(The Bank has established a Strategic Business Data (SBD) change programme, which is currently in the scoping phase. It is anticipated that this will address: 1.Development and approval of a target data architecture that will deliver the Bank's current requirements as well as enable the Bank to operate in a scalable and flexible way. 2.Deliver a bank-wide data taxonomy. 3.An approved Master Data Model with clear data ownership which aligns with the Bank's Target Operating Model 4.Development of a suitable Data Ingestion Mechanism for standardising and simplifying delivery partner data submissions. 5.Enhanced data analytics and reporting solutions The design and delivery of the SBD Programme will support a wide range of business benefits, including: 1.Improving user experience for stakeholders in delivery partner data submissions will lead to more timely, complete, and accurate data. 2.The collation and analysis of data to demonstrate how the Bank is performing against its Mission and objectives. 3.The ability to undertake improved portfolio management, analytics and risk oversight, including concentration risk management. 4.Product development and innovation leveraging the Bank's Impact Report and the drivers of that impact. 5.Enhanced reporting about sustainability and the Bank's ESG agenda. 6.Sound foundation for the addition of new growth initiatives and programmes. 7.Risk reduction through robust data management and reduction of manual processes 8.Increased operational efficiency and an ability to provide accurate and quality data for enterprise-level reporting and key performance metrics This will initiate the first phase of the project and serve as proof of value for the larger program of work.) Additional information: This was procured via G-Cloud 14

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22c42526-1db2-44ba-9b25-aab87e7a9241 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Feb 2024 |
| Contract period | 3 Mar 2025 - 10 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £926,650 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £926,650 |
| 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 | BRITISH BUSINESS BANK |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S1 2GQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DUFRAIN CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48610000 - Database systems

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2026 at 12:00 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22c42526-1db2-44ba-9b25-aab87e7a9241
- 8 Apr 2025 at 12:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22c42526-1db2-44ba-9b25-aab87e7a9241

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22c42526-1db2-44ba-9b25-aab87e7a9241
  20th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=939693123
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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