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title: "Expression of Interest for the Provision of a Licensing Software System"
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current_stage: "Planning"
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published: "2024-01-09"
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# Expression of Interest for the Provision of a Licensing Software System

Buyer: BLACKPOOL COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c2a04c2a-ac3d-4d38-b231-c768121f93b8

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## Summary

The Blackpool Council is planning an Expression of Interest for the Provision of a Licensing Software System. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage with an engagement end date set for 31st January 2024. The total contract value is £210,000. This opportunity is suitable for SMEs. The delivery region is England, United Kingdom, and the industry category is Software package and information systems. The buying organisation is Blackpool Council located in Blackpool, United Kingdom.

This tender for a Licensing Software System by Blackpool Council offers an opportunity for businesses specialising in software solutions and information systems. It is a chance to provide services for the administration and licensing needs across various disciplines such as alcohol, taxi, and gambling licensing. The engagement end date of 31st January 2024 presents a deadline for interested businesses to submit their Expression of Interest, making it crucial for those aiming for growth through public sector contracts to act promptly. The Council's preference for SMEs enhances the prospects for small and medium-sized enterprises seeking to expand their clientele.

## Notice

Blackpool Council is conducting a pre-procurement market engagement to better understand what Licensing IT solutions are available for the Licensing Service who are looking for a new system capable of the administration of applications, processing and issuing of licences across multiple disciplines including, but not limited to, alcohol licensing, taxi and private hire licensing, gambling premises and scrap metal dealers. This will assist the Council to determine options and will inform any potential forthcoming procurement exercise.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c05afb61-7819-4355-9110-e8cb07268f7c |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jan 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 Jan 2024 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £210,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BLACKPOOL COUNCIL |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY1 1NA |
| 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 | 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

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 9 Jan 2024 at 09:50 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c05afb61-7819-4355-9110-e8cb07268f7c
- 9 Jan 2024 at 09:38 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dab8cef3-5a20-4c14-8f7f-661c2549fb5a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c05afb61-7819-4355-9110-e8cb07268f7c
  9th January 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dab8cef3-5a20-4c14-8f7f-661c2549fb5a
  9th January 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=c8e9f3ea-42ae-ee11-8127-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.blackpool.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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