--- title: "ICT Managed Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b2644b30-9498-4a5e-b7e2-5b1cfc8785e5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b2644b30-9498-4a5e-b7e2-5b1cfc8785e5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b2644b30-9498-4a5e-b7e2-5b1cfc8785e5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b2644b30-9498-4a5e-b7e2-5b1cfc8785e5.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL" published: "2025-02-08" --- # ICT Managed Services Buyer: CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b2644b30-9498-4a5e-b7e2-5b1cfc8785e5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b2644b30-9498-4a5e-b7e2-5b1cfc8785e5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b2644b30-9498-4a5e-b7e2-5b1cfc8785e5.json) ## Summary Canterbury City Council, representing Canterbury Environment Company (CEC), has issued a tender titled "ICT Managed Services" under the IT services category. The procurement process is in the Tender stage and follows an open procedure. The contract is valued at £230,000 and aims to commence in April/May 2025, with an initial term of 3 years and the potential extension until 31 January 2029. The deadline for tender submissions is 12:00 on Friday 7 March 2025, and the contract will be executed in England, United Kingdom. Interested suppliers need to register and express their interest through the Kent Business Portal to access the tender documents. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs, specialising in ICT Managed Services. The successful supplier will have a chance to establish a long-term partnership with Canterbury City Council and demonstrate their capability in delivering high-quality IT services. The procurement's significant contract value and potential for extension make it particularly appealing for companies looking to expand their portfolio and gain credibility in the public sector. ## Notice Canterbury City Council on behalf of Canterbury Environment Company ("CEC") wishes to select and appoint a suitable supplier for the provision of ICT Managed Services and invites tenderers to submit a tender to meet this requirement. The Contract is anticipated to commence April / May 2025 and will continue for a period of 3 years, (unless terminated early in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract) and may be extended up to 31 January 2029, subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services and at CEC's entire discretion. Any such extension shall be on the same terms and conditions of this Contract and shall be subject to mutual agreement in writing. The specific requirements for the above are detailed in the Suite of Documents. It should be noted that by submitting a tender, you confirm that you understand and can meet these requirements. Full details and requirements are included within the Invitation to Tender Documentation. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. Please ensure you download all documents and complete according to instructions contained. Attachments: Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk). Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the tender documents. The tender documents are required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 on Friday 7 March 2025 Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered). Additional information: Full details and requirements are included within the Invitation to Tender Documentation. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. Please ensure you download all documents and complete according to instructions contained. Attachments: Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk). Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the tender documents. The tender documents are required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 on Friday 7 March 2025 Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/104d6bf4-99c2-4a40-8671-d6dc781077d0 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 10 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 21 Mar 2025 - 31 Jan 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £230,000 | | 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 | CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | CANTERBURY | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT1 2UR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Canterbury | | Electoral ward | Westgate | | Westminster constituency | Canterbury | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 8 Feb 2025 at 07:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/104d6bf4-99c2-4a40-8671-d6dc781077d0 - 7 Feb 2025 at 09:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e3d3567-33be-4600-9cdd-ce7d391faac8 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/104d6bf4-99c2-4a40-8671-d6dc781077d0 8th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e3d3567-33be-4600-9cdd-ce7d391faac8 7th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.canterbury.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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