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title: "Core+Software"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e0d98d89-1231-4e37-9484-579ec2b56901"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SALFORD CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-18"
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# Core+Software

Buyer: SALFORD CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e0d98d89-1231-4e37-9484-579ec2b56901

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Core+Software," initiated by Salford City Council in Salford, England, involves the acquisition of software packages and information systems. This contract, valued at £73,788.25, is part of a selective procurement method with a call-off from a framework agreement. The process reached the award stage on 18 December 2025 and concluded by 17 December 2025. The contract period extends from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2028, providing a substantial timeline for implementation and delivery focused on goods within the software industry category.

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may find significant opportunities for growth through engagement in similar procurement processes, as they are deemed suitable participants in the framework. Although this specific tender was awarded to access UK, large-scale enterprises may also benefit from awareness and competition in future opportunities provided by Salford City Council and similar governing bodies. Businesses specialising in IT and software solutions, particularly those focusing on information systems, would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders, enhancing their portfolio and expanding market presence where public sector demand for these technologies is strong.

## Notice

Core+ software.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74f26312-8b46-4a8c-b525-8d36e8f67b02 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £73,788 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £73,788 |
| 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 | SALFORD CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M27 5AW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Swinton & Wardley |
| Westminster constituency | Worsley and Eccles |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ACCESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 18 Feb 2026 at 17:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74f26312-8b46-4a8c-b525-8d36e8f67b02

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74f26312-8b46-4a8c-b525-8d36e8f67b02
  18th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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