Scope
Reference
ITT1032349
Description
In order to deliver our work globally, the British Council uses fit-for-purpose Drupal content management systems (CMS). The British Council would like to hear from providers that have proven experience in developing, implementing and managing Drupal solutions.
This is a multi-lot framework. Lot 1 - Proactive maintenance retainer, Lot 2 - Feature development, Lot 3 - Website design Services, Lot 4 - Iterative Development and Maintenance.
Commercial tool
Establishes an open framework
Total value (estimated)
- £637,500 excluding VAT
- £700,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 15 April 2026 to 14 April 2028
- Possible extension to 14 April 2029
- 3 years
Description of possible extension:
First framework in the Open Framework scheme is for 2 years with the option to extend for a further 12 months.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services
Lot 1. Proactive maintenance retainer
Description
Proactive maintenance retainer service. Please see ITT pg. 12 for full specification. Please also see ITT (pg. 18) for lot estimations.
Lot value (estimated)
- £159,375 excluding VAT
- £175,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Feature development
Description
Feature development services. Please see ITT pg. 12 for full specification. Please also see ITT for lot estimations.
Lot value (estimated)
- £159,375 excluding VAT
- £175,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Website design Services
Description
Website design services. Please see ITT pg. 12 for full specification. Please also see ITT for lot estimations.
Lot value (estimated)
- £159,375 excluding VAT
- £175,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 4. Iterative Development and Maintenance
Description
Iterative Development and Maintenance services. Please see ITT pg. 12 for full specification. Please also see ITT for lot estimations.
Lot value (estimated)
- £159,375 excluding VAT
- £175,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Open framework scheme end date (estimated)
14 February 2034
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
Lot 1, 3 and 4 are anticipated to be single supplier lots. Lot 2 will be a mini-competition an direct award option for low value contracts.
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Submission
Enquiry deadline
3 March 2026, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
17 March 2026, 11:00am
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
15 April 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial | Cost | 40% |
| Methodology and Approach | Quality | 30% |
| Quality | Quality | 20% |
| Social Value | Quality | 10% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://tap.tcsapps.com/tap2/#/bc-supplier-registration
Please register on our procurement portal in order to access the tender pack. The tender reference is ITT1032387
Technical specifications to be met
https://tap.tcsapps.com/tap2/#/bc-supplier-registration
Please register on our procurement portal in order to access the tender pack. The tender reference is ITT1032387
Contracting authority
BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)
- Companies House: RC000060
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHTN-1551-GCQH
1 Redman Place, Stratford,
London
E20 1JQ
United Kingdom
Contact name: Charlie Loveday
Email: Charlie.Loveday1@britishcouncil.org
Website: http://www.britishcouncil.org/
Region: UKI41 - Hackney and Newham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government