---
title: "IKEN - extension of Contract to end of February 2027"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060d2d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-01-23"
---

# IKEN - extension of Contract to end of February 2027

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060d2d

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## Summary

The procurement process managed by West Northamptonshire Council involves an extension of a contract with IKEN Business Ltd for their case management system used by Legal Services, valued at £40,824.00. This extension will remain active until the end of February 2027. The procurement falls under the category of services, specifically licence management software and legal services, and involves multiple regions across the United Kingdom. Initiated as a direct award under the legal framework UKPGA 2023/54, this process was handled without competition, highlighting a strategic decision to continue the partnership with the existing supplier. The contract was signed on 24th November 2025 and is set to commence on 27th February 2026, with potential for additional licences if needed throughout 2026-2027.

This procurement offers consistent opportunities for businesses specialising in legal services and software development, particularly those dealing in licence management. Companies experienced in providing digital solutions to public authorities can leverage such extensions to solidify relationships with local councils, potentially unlocking further projects and collaborations. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) like IKEN Business Ltd, which focus on delivering specialised software solutions, are particularly well-suited due to the direct procurement approach favouring continuity and reliable service provision over competitive tendering. With growth potential in expanding service offerings and enhancing system capabilities, this tender provides a lucrative opportunity for sustainable business expansion.

## Notice

Case Management System used by Legal Services - extension amount PS40824.00

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006132-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 27 Feb 2026 - 27 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £40,824 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 1ED |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IKEN BUSINESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 48218000 - License management software package
- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 23 Jan 2026 at 11:53 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006132-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006132-2026
  23rd January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.iken.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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