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title: "online on-demand learning platform"
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# online on-demand learning platform

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-abfa30d3-9cc4-4d86-9bbf-b9351f6d56e5

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## Summary

The Department for Business and Trade, located in London, England, recently completed the award stage of a procurement process for an "online on-demand learning platform" tailored to digital and technology professionals. This procurement falls under the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems. The selective procurement method was utilised, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 20th June 2025 and is set to conclude on 20th June 2026. The procurement process covers delivery locations across the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom, with a contract value of £25,070. The tender period ended on 9th June 2025.

This tender presents a considerable opportunity for SMEs specialising in software services, given the suitability criteria emphasises SME participation. The completion of the award to SoftCat PLC demonstrates that businesses engaged in offering digital solutions and software systems can successfully bid for such contracts, paving the way for further business growth in government contracts. SMEs that focus on providing versatile and scalable online learning platforms may find similar procurement opportunities appealing, as they align with the broad geographical delivery scope and technology-driven requirements of this award. The involvement of a prominent government department highlights the potential for long-term partnerships and credibility enhancement for businesses within this sector.

## Notice

This is an online on-demand learning platform learning for digital and technology professionals.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d237376d-6313-4fc4-a825-7a25c37fa4d6 |
| 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 | 7 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 19 Jun 2025 - 20 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,070 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,070 |
| 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 BUSINESS AND TRADE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2DY |
| 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 | SOFTCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2025 at 10:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d237376d-6313-4fc4-a825-7a25c37fa4d6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d237376d-6313-4fc4-a825-7a25c37fa4d6
  7th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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