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title: "Design, Implementation and Support of the LocalGov Drupal Platform"
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buyer: "WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Design, Implementation and Support of the LocalGov Drupal Platform

Buyer: WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e0279070-e103-4516-a782-1631e9a6556b

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## Summary

West Sussex County Council has completed the procurement process for the "Design, Implementation and Support of the LocalGov Drupal Platform", with the award being made to Big Blue Door Limited. The tender falls under the services category, specifically targeting information systems or technology planning services. The procurement was conducted through a call-off from a framework agreement as part of the CCS Digital Outcomes 6 (RM1043.8). The contract period spans from 7th April 2025 to 6th April 2027, covering the South East region of the United Kingdom. The total contract value is £250,000. The award status was confirmed on 14th March 2025 and published on 29th May 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in digital and technology services, particularly those capable of delivering comprehensive design, implementation, and support solutions for government platforms. While the procurement was marked as not suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, companies with substantial expertise in information systems planning and a presence in framework agreements could find lucrative prospects in similar future opportunities. The successful completion of projects like this can position businesses to further engage with government authorities, leveraging established frameworks for competitive advantage.

## Notice

Design, Implementation and Support of the LocalGov Drupal Platform. Stage 2 Further Competition issued under CCS Digital Outcomes 6 (RM1043.8).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5567232b-67b1-4aac-977c-bc8a027eb835 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 6 Apr 2025 - 6 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £250,000 |
| 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 | WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHICHESTER |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO19 1RG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) |
| Local authority | Chichester |
| Electoral ward | Chichester Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chichester |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BIG BLUE DOOR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72222200 - Information systems or technology planning services

## Release History

- 29 May 2025 at 10:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5567232b-67b1-4aac-977c-bc8a027eb835

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5567232b-67b1-4aac-977c-bc8a027eb835
  29th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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