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title: "Software Development Framework"
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buyer: "OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT"
published: "2025-03-20"
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# Software Development Framework

Buyer: OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e36ffc29-cb8e-4a03-868f-c474e5f7052e

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## Summary

The Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult is currently in the tender stage for the "Software Development Framework" contract, aimed at offering IT services, consulting, software development, internet, and support within the United Kingdom. The procurement process follows an open procedure method, with a budget amounting to GBP 400,000. Essential dates include the tender's submission deadline on 2nd April 2025 at 12:00 PM BST, and the contract period spans from 14th May 2025 to 18th April 2029. The project was initially published on 21st February 2025 and updated on 20th March 2025. This tender is particularly suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), excluding voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This procurement opportunity is a significant avenue for businesses specialising in IT services and software development to expand their portfolios by partnering with a reputable organization like the Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult. Engaging in this framework contract can provide substantial growth prospects for SMEs looking to establish or strengthen their presence in the public sector. Companies capable of offering robust software solutions, IT consulting, and support services would find this tender well-aligned with their capabilities and business goals. With a four-year contract period, this opportunity promises long-term collaboration and a steady revenue stream, making it an attractive proposition for skilled IT service providers.

## Notice

Software Development Framework Opportunity. All documents available free of charge at:https://procontract.due-north.com/ Project Number: DN764713

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66184389-ab92-47c5-9580-8f690a3751c1 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 May 2025 - 18 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G1 1RD |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2025 at 08:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66184389-ab92-47c5-9580-8f690a3751c1
- 24 Feb 2025 at 11:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3d239c8-4616-4bda-9861-abacfc198eb8
- 21 Feb 2025 at 15:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9e61c91-2140-4118-b856-f83d202ec61e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66184389-ab92-47c5-9580-8f690a3751c1
  20th March 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3d239c8-4616-4bda-9861-abacfc198eb8
  24th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9e61c91-2140-4118-b856-f83d202ec61e
  21st February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/
- https://www.ore.catapult.org.uk

## Provenance

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