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title: "BT1896 - Oracle support for Databases"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d15c570f-17f5-4bb3-8197-b9420134478d"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LUTON COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-31"
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# BT1896 - Oracle support for Databases

Buyer: LUTON COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d15c570f-17f5-4bb3-8197-b9420134478d

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## Summary

In a recent procurement process, Luton Council awarded a contract titled "BT1896 - Oracle support for Databases" to Phoenix Software Limited. This direct award falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems and is valued at £35,289. The procurement pertains to the provision of Oracle software services within England, United Kingdom. The process has reached the award stage as of 31 March 2026, with the contract set to commence on 6 April 2026 and extend until 5 April 2027. This procurement was conducted using a direct method, indicating an uncomplicated and swift procurement process without a competitive tender phase.

This tender presents notable business growth opportunities for enterprises skilled in providing software solutions, especially those specialising in Oracle databases. While suited for larger businesses due to its non-suitability for SMEs or VCSEs, the direct award underscores a streamlined path to engaging with Luton Council. Companies with strong capabilities in managing and supporting sophisticated software systems can thrive under this contract, potentially benefiting from future procurement opportunities as they establish rapport and reliability through successful contract delivery. Phoenix Software Limited, the successful supplier, exemplifies potential business success in collaborating with public sector entities like Luton Council.

## Notice

Oracle software

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94d46157-b236-4422-956c-7d5e24150268 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 5 Apr 2026 - 5 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,289 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,289 |
| 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 | LUTON COUNCIL |
| Locality | LUTON |
| Post town | Luton |
| Postcode | LU1 2BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH21 Luton |
| Local authority | Luton |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Luton South and South Bedfordshire |
| 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PHOENIX SOFTWARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 14:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94d46157-b236-4422-956c-7d5e24150268

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94d46157-b236-4422-956c-7d5e24150268
  31st March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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