--- title: "IT Tender" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a766" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06a766" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06a766.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06a766.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BIGGLESWADE TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2026-05-28" --- # IT Tender Buyer: BIGGLESWADE TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a766 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06a766) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06a766.json) ## Summary Biggleswade Town Council is inviting bids for a comprehensive IT support services contract titled "IT Tender," spanning a range of IT management functions such as infrastructure maintenance, telephony, connectivity, licensing, and cyber security. This procurement, located in multiple regions across the United Kingdom, falls under the services category, specifically IT services, and seeks to appoint a single supplier for the role. The procurement process is open and was initiated on 28th May 2026. Potential bidders should note the tender submission deadline set for 31st July 2026, with the enquiry period ending on 30th June 2026. The contract, initially set for three years with a potential extension, is valued at £100,000, with gross consideration of £120,000. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in IT support and systems management, particularly those adept in environments utilizing Microsoft 365 and hybrid working technologies. The Council's emphasis on a single supplier suggests a preference for companies offering comprehensive services with proven expertise in reliability, responsiveness, and security. The evaluation criteria focus on technical specifications, service quality, costs, social value, and supplier experience. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are strongly encouraged to participate, given the Council's interest in promoting inclusive participation. Businesses with robust past performance records and capabilities to deliver tailored IT solutions will find this opportunity suitable to expand their portfolio and establish a long-term relationship with a public authority. ## Notice Biggleswade Town Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified organisation to provide comprehensive IT Support services, including the management of existing IT infrastructure, telephony, connectivity, licensing, and cyber security. The Council intends to appoint a single preferred supplier responsible for support services, account management, and consolidated billing, with clearly defined points of contact and responsibilities. The Council operates a flexible and hybrid working environment, supported by investments in Microsoft 365, network and Wi-Fi infrastructure, cyber security, and meeting room technology. Staff regularly work remotely, Council meetings are held both in person and virtually via Zoom and YouTube, and mobile technology is used across a range of Council services. The Council is seeking a reliable, responsive, and secure IT partner to support its ongoing operational and digital requirements. The contract will initially run for three years, with the option to extend subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: The contract will initially run for three years, with the option to extend subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050217-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000 | | Lots value | £100,000 | | 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 | BIGGLESWADE TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | BIGGLESWADE | | Post town | Stevenage | | Postcode | SG18 8DL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire | | Local authority | Central Bedfordshire | | Electoral ward | Biggleswade West | | Westminster constituency | North Bedfordshire | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 28 May 2026 at 10:52 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050217-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050217-2026 28th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16898 ## Notice URLs - http://www.biggleswadetowncouncil.gov.uk - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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