---
title: "BSIP IDAI 2 Network Planning Tool."
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066484"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-06"
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# BSIP IDAI 2 Network Planning Tool.

Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066484

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## Summary

Kent County Council, a public authority in sub-central government, has completed the procurement process for the "BSIP IDAI 2 Network Planning Tool." This project is geared towards enhancing data management and improving future network planning in the UKJ4 region. The procurement method utilised was direct, classified as "Below threshold - without competition," indicating a streamlined process without open competition. The contract for the goods and services under industry-specific software has been actively awarded to PODARIS LIMITED. Notably, the contract’s active period commenced on 3rd March 2026 and is scheduled to conclude on 14th October 2026, with provisions for renewals extending to 2028.

This procurement provides opportunities for businesses specialising in industry-specific software packages, particularly those with expertise in network planning and data management solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) similar to PODARIS LIMITED may find success in such direct procurement methods, offering expertise in software development and network enhancement tools, especially in targeted regions like UKJ4. The opportunity to extend the contract could further contribute to business growth, allowing a steady supply of products and continued collaboration with a well-established public sector entity like Kent County Council.

## Notice

BSIP IDAI 2 Network Planning Tool. The Network planning capability tool aims to support data management to monitor EP targets (e.g., patronage) and to support improved future network planning.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020548-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Mar 2026 - 14 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £39,650 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME14 1XQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | Penenden Heath |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48100000 - Industry specific software package

## Release History

- 6 Mar 2026 at 15:35 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020548-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020548-2026
  6th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://podaris.com
- https://www.kent.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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