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title: "Digital Preservation Software as a Service Solution"
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# Digital Preservation Software as a Service Solution

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ef8b8a7f-10fb-4eb9-b5b2-8bba7b675a8d

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## Summary

The awarding authority, Suffolk County Council, has completed the procurement process for the "Digital Preservation Software as a Service Solution," under the IT services category, focused on consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This procurement falls under a call-off contract from the G-Cloud 14 Framework Agreement (RM1557.14), and the selected supplier is Preservica Ltd, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME). The project is located in the East of England and was formally awarded on 24th November 2025, with the contract period commencing on 1st December 2025 and concluding on 30th November 2029. This selective procurement was conducted via a call-off from an existing framework agreement to ensure a streamlined and efficient procurement process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in digital preservation solutions, especially those eligible under existing public sector framework agreements. The procurement of a service from an SME like Preservica Ltd underscores the chances for similarly situated businesses to engage in public sector contracts, focusing on innovative IT services like software development and consulting. Companies that can offer scalable and cost-effective digital solutions, particularly those with expertise in long-term data preservation, will find this sector promising for business growth.

## Notice

Previously awarded. Published here for transparency purposes. Awarded Call-Off Contract for the G-Cloud 14 Framework Agreement (RM1557.14). Preservica Active Digital Preservation Software as a Service Solution for Suffolk Archives

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c27247f1-deeb-4868-8471-aa77bb474921 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £113,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £113,000 |
| 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 | SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2BX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 1 Dec 2025 at 10:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c27247f1-deeb-4868-8471-aa77bb474921

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c27247f1-deeb-4868-8471-aa77bb474921
  1st December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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