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title: "FCA Handbook Website and Associated Services Replacement"
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# FCA Handbook Website and Associated Services Replacement

Buyer: BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a34b9342-9994-40cc-892b-2985c4a64731

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the "FCA Handbook Website and Associated Services Replacement" tender initiated by BIP Solutions Limited, based in London, UK. This tender falls within the IT services industry category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, and support. Currently in the Tender stage, the tender period is set to conclude on 17 December 2021. The contract is projected to commence on 21 October 2022 and run until 20 October 2025, offering a substantial timeframe for service delivery and setup.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with capabilities in website management, content updates, and subscription service management. Companies that can provide solutions involving database management, XML editing, and user feedback implementations would be particularly well-suited for this tender. Engaging with this contract could drive growth for businesses looking to establish or expand their presence in government service contracts within the UK.

## Notice

The current Handbook website is maintained by a third-party Contractor who provides the following services: * Monthly updating and consolidation of the Handbook online content plus Print-on-Demand services * Management of subscription services for the Handbook * Ad hoc updating and corrections to content on www.handbook.fca.org.uk as required. * Management of periodic improvements to support the usability of the Handbook website based on user feedback * Providing MI to the FCA for effective monitoring of service delivery and functions The Contractor currently uses database and content management solutions including XML editing and a pagination engine - all of which are contracted to third parties. The Hosting solution is provided by a third-party infrastructure provider. The current Service Support Desk is provided by an alternative third-party. Using an application that allows the FCA to report and track issues and incidents identified by users.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22852216-3282-4e55-8369-ab8e182d34ad |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - . |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Oct 2022 - 20 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1JN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 15 Nov 2021 at 17:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22852216-3282-4e55-8369-ab8e182d34ad

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22852216-3282-4e55-8369-ab8e182d34ad
  15th November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-IT-services:-consulting,-software-development,-Internet-and-support./5X6938D533
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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