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title: "Contact Award Notice"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c046c32f-33c9-402b-b543-bd6f2eb657bc"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BLACKPOOL COUNCIL"
published: "2025-06-16"
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# Contact Award Notice

Buyer: BLACKPOOL COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c046c32f-33c9-402b-b543-bd6f2eb657bc

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Blackpool Council culminated in the award of a contract for a "360 Virtual School Solution" in the software package and information systems sector. The procurement, using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, was concluded with the award date on 16th June 2025. The contract covers the North West region of the United Kingdom and has a term from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2028. Notably, the tender aligns with the services category, and the total value of the awarded contract is £217,044. This stage of the process is in the award phase and has already been completed as marked by the publication date of 16th June 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for software and information systems businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as indicated by the suitability preference for such entities. Engaging with this sector offers a pathway for businesses aiming to expand their services into local government-led digital education solutions. The awarded supplier, Welfare Call (LAC) Ltd, exemplifies a successful SME venture into public sector contracts. The long-term nature of the contract allows businesses the opportunity to secure steady income and foster partnerships with government bodies like Blackpool Council, enhancing their presence and experience in public sector projects.

## Notice

360 Virtual School Solution

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b4150e6-968b-4fc1-aeb2-c3478b9cdb50 |
| 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 | 16 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £162,783 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £217,044 |
| 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 | BLACKPOOL COUNCIL |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY1 1NF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Talbot |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool South |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WELFARE CALL (LAC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 16 Jun 2025 at 14:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b4150e6-968b-4fc1-aeb2-c3478b9cdb50

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b4150e6-968b-4fc1-aeb2-c3478b9cdb50
  16th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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