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title: "W5005 - Virtual Engagement Solution 'Commonplace'"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WALSALL METRO BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-20"
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# W5005 - Virtual Engagement Solution 'Commonplace'

Buyer: WALSALL METRO BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ed87400b-7860-4ef9-8966-dff95b629e4d

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Walsall Metro Borough Council involves the provision of a digital engagement platform, titled "W5005 - Virtual Engagement Solution 'Commonplace'", within the software package and information systems category. Located in Walsall, England, this selective procurement follows a call-off from a framework agreement aimed at optimising external stakeholder engagement. The contract, valued at £10,500, covers the period from 4th March 2026 to 3rd March 2027, with the award made on 2nd March 2026 and published on 20th March 2026. Walsall Metro Borough Council serves as the buyer, while Commonplace Digital Limited is the supplier.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses in the tech sector, particularly SMEs, to align with public sector requirements for digital transformation and stakeholder engagement platforms. Companies specialising in software solutions and interactive systems would find a competitive edge in this procurement process, leveraging technology to deliver comprehensive engagement tools. With the procurement method being a selective call-off from a framework agreement, businesses with established expertise in framework agreements and digital solutions are well-positioned to benefit from similar future opportunities arising from public sector needs.

## Notice

The provision of a digital engagement platform for the Council to be able to engage with external stakeholders

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c77af18-f1e6-4d15-907a-4dd3309daf96 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 4 Mar 2026 - 3 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £10,500 |
| 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 | WALSALL METRO BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WALSALL |
| Post town | Walsall |
| Postcode | WS1 1TP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG38 Walsall |
| Local authority | Walsall |
| Electoral ward | St Matthew's |
| Westminster constituency | Walsall and Bloxwich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COMMONPLACE DIGITAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2026 at 08:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c77af18-f1e6-4d15-907a-4dd3309daf96

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c77af18-f1e6-4d15-907a-4dd3309daf96
  20th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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