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title: "Software Engineering and Application Development Services"
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# Software Engineering and Application Development Services

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-db61952b-7524-4518-bf99-64289060ebb3

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission is currently completing a procurement process for "Software Engineering and Application Development Services," focusing on information technology services including consulting, software development, and support. This tender is structured as a multi-supplier framework lasting up to three years, with a total budget of £150,000 and a minimum contract value of £100,000. The tender period has already concluded, with submissions required by 20 September 2018. The service provision will operate across the United Kingdom and selected overseas territories, and the procurement method utilised is an open procedure. The contract is set to commence on 15 October 2018 and will run until 14 October 2021.

This opportunity presents a significant prospect for businesses in the IT sector, particularly those specialising in software development and application support. Firms with capabilities in both non-web-based and web-based software solutions would be well-positioned to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as there are multiple supplier slots available within the framework. Such engagements can foster business growth and collaboration, especially for companies keen on working with public sector organisations like the Forestry Commission.

## Notice

Forest Research is seeking tenders for a proposed Framework Agreement for software engineering and Application development services. It will be a multi-supplier Framework of up to 3 years duration and covering three Lots, viz * support and development associated with Forest Research's legacy systems * development of new non-web-based software * development of new web-based software. The Invitation to Tender is attached. Additional information: The Invitation to Tender (ITT) is attached. If you intend to submit a tender, please notify the named contact as soon as possible and before the deadline stated below. Any questions regarding this ITT should be made by email to chris.vials@forestry.gsi.gov.uk no later than 14.00hrs on Thursday 6 September 2018.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46adb32d-9c47-4162-98fd-6842852b6b52 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Oct 2018 |
| Contract period | 14 Oct 2018 - 14 Oct 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £150,000 |
| 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 | FORESTRY COMMISSION |
| Locality | NR FARNHAM, SURREY |
| Post town | Guildford |
| Postcode | GU10 4LH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | East Hampshire |
| Electoral ward | Binsted, Bentley & Selborne |
| Westminster constituency | East Hampshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | ENVIRON-IT; FORTESIUM; HARTLEY MCMASTER; JEREMY BENN ASSOCIATES; SCISYS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 26 Nov 2018 at 09:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46adb32d-9c47-4162-98fd-6842852b6b52
- 20 Aug 2018 at 08:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c3cdeae-1e78-495e-94da-aebf2e0cac8c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46adb32d-9c47-4162-98fd-6842852b6b52
  26th November 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c3cdeae-1e78-495e-94da-aebf2e0cac8c
  20th August 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/24dec38f-52fe-49de-86d6-188b47223a05
  Invitation to Tender
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/20ba243a-1ddb-4263-a0d2-68f57f83e1d9
  Appendix to ITT

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