--- title: "ICT Managed Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04dd0d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04dd0d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04dd0d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04dd0d.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL" published: "2025-02-08" --- # ICT Managed Services Buyer: CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04dd0d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04dd0d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04dd0d.json) ## Summary Canterbury City Council, on behalf of the Canterbury Environment Company (CEC), has issued an invitation to tender for ICT Managed Services in the IT services category, including consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement process is at the tender stage, and interested suppliers must register and submit their tenders via the Kent Business Portal by 12:00 on Friday, 7 March 2025. The contract is expected to commence between April and May 2025, with an initial duration of three years, potentially extending to 31 January 2029, subject to performance and mutual agreement. The contract will be managed in the region of South East England (UKJ4), and the total estimated value is GBP 230,000. This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT managed services. Companies with expertise in consulting, software development, and support services will find this contract particularly relevant. The contract's multi-year term provides a stable revenue stream, and the potential extension further increases its attractiveness. Businesses capable of providing comprehensive ICT managed services are well-suited to compete, and success in securing this contract could enhance their market position and credibility in the public sector. To compete effectively, interested suppliers should ensure they are registered on the Kent Business Portal and adhere to the submission requirements and deadlines. ## Notice Canterbury City Council on behalf of Canterbury Environment Company ("CEC") wishes to select and appoint a suitable supplier for the provision of ICT Managed Services and invites tenderers to submit a tender to meet this requirement. The Contract is anticipated to commence April / May 2025 and will continue for a period of 3 years, (unless terminated early in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract) and may be extended up to 31 January 2029, subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services and at CEC's entire discretion. Any such extension shall be on the same terms and conditions of this Contract and shall be subject to mutual agreement in writing The specific requirements for the above are detailed in the Suite of Documents. It should be noted that by submitting a tender, you confirm that you understand and can meet these requirements. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. Please ensure you download all documents and complete according to instructions contained. Attachments: Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk). Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the tender documents. The tender documents are required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 on Friday 7 March 2025 Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered). ### Lot Information Lot 1 Canterbury City Council on behalf of Canterbury Environment Company ("CEC") wishes to select and appoint a suitable supplier for the provision of ICT Managed Services and invites tenderers to submit a tender to meet this requirement. The Contract is anticipated to commence April / May 2025 and will continue for a period of 3 years, (unless terminated early in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract) and may be extended up to 31 January 2029, subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services and at CEC's entire discretion. Any such extension shall be on the same terms and conditions of this Contract and shall be subject to mutual agreement in writing The specific requirements for the above are detailed in the Suite of Documents. It should be noted that by submitting a tender, you confirm that you understand and can meet these requirements. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. Please ensure you download all documents and complete according to instructions contained. Attachments: Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk). Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the tender documents. The tender documents are required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 on Friday 7 March 2025 Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004269-2025 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 7 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £230,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | CANTERBURY | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT1 2UR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Canterbury | | Electoral ward | Westgate | | Westminster constituency | Canterbury | | Delivery location | TLJ4 Kent | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 8 Feb 2025 at 07:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004269-2025 ## Notice URLs - http://www.canterbury.gov.uk - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=c0c01913-37e5-ef11-8134-005056b64545 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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