--- title: "AEC Collection Renewal" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067f9b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-067f9b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067f9b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067f9b.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NORTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2026-04-10" --- # AEC Collection Renewal Buyer: NORTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067f9b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-067f9b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067f9b.json) ## Summary North Tyneside Borough Council has completed a procurement process for the renewal of Autodesk AutoCAD Architecture Engineering & Construction Collection Licenses, crucial for producing precise technical drawings. This procurement, classified under the services industry category, was part of the council's initiative to maintain essential design services. Despite the limited procurement method, which did not involve prior publication, the contract was awarded on 10th March 2026, with the supplier Man and Machine Limited providing the most cost-effective quote of £35,560.20 for 13 licences over 12 months. This direct award ensures compliance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and highlights the council's commitment to continuity and best value. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software-related services, particularly those with expertise in industry-standard tools like AutoCAD. Companies able to offer competitive pricing and meet the technical requirements of this essential service could position themselves as key partners for public sector projects. Given the regional focus in North Tyneside, businesses with a local presence or strong regional ties could leverage this procurement to expand their portfolio and strengthen their relationship with local government entities. The direct award process used may also appeal to small and medium-sized enterprises seeking to streamline their contracting procedures with public authorities. ## Notice North Tyneside Council has inherited the requirement of Autodesk - AutoCAD Architecture Engineering & Construction Collection Licenses from a previous strategic partner. The Authority requires AutoCAD as this is used to produce precise and detailed technical drawings. AutoCAD is an industry standard software package and is essential for the continued delivery of the Authority's design services. It is used daily by our in-house designers on the core design work as part of a chargeable service. ### Lot Information Lot 1 13 standardised AEC Licences were required for 12 months whilst a review of current requirements are being considered. ### Procurement Information North Tyneside Council requires the continued use of Autodesk AutoCAD Architecture Engineering & Construction Collection to produce precise technical drawings essential for our in-house design services. AutoCAD is an industry-standard software and vital to daily core design work, forming part of our chargeable service. Due to the urgency of the renewal and the specific technical requirements of existing infrastructure, the most compliant route was a direct award under the CCS Low Value Purchase System, in accordance with Public Contracts Regulations (PCR) 2015. Informal quotes were sought from three suppliers for the standardised subscription service. Man and Machine Limited provided the most economically advantageous quote at PS35,560.20 for 13 licenses over 12 months whilst the Authority reviews existing requirements and licenses. This direct award ensures continuity of critical design services, minimal disruption, and best value, ensuring compliance with procurement regulations. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032662-2026 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 10 Mar 2026 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £35,560 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NORTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | NORTH TYNESIDE | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE27 0BY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside | | Local authority | North Tyneside | | Electoral ward | Shiremoor | | Westminster constituency | Cramlington and Killingworth | | Delivery location | TLC22 Tyneside | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | MAN AND MACHINE | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72260000 - Software-related services ## Release History - 10 Apr 2026 at 08:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032662-2026 ## Notice URLs - https://www.northtyneside.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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