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Request for Information (RFI): Provision of Software Development and Data Services via a Service-Based Contract
Summary
Cottsway is seeking information from organisations capable of providing software development and data services through a service-based contract. This follows an internal review of resourcing options and a decision to explore external delivery models in place of direct recruitment.
This RFI is intended to understand the market’s ability to support the following areas through a flexible, cost-effective service arrangement. It is not a call for competition, and responses will inform our future procurement approach.
Scope of Services
We are seeking suppliers who can support both development and data-related activities, including but not limited to:
Software Development Services
Data and Reporting Services
Information Requested
Suppliers are invited to provide the following details in response to this RFI:
o Brief introduction to your organisation and relevant experience in delivering both development and data services
o The type of contract models you offer (e.g. ticket-based support, fixed hours per month, annual retainer, etc.) o Your ability to support a 24-month service contract o How you typically manage incoming work requests and prioritise delivery
o What service levels or delivery expectations you typically work to o An outline of how you usually manage service objectives, turnaround times, and overall quality assurance (rather than full SLAs)
o Indicative cost structures or typical pricing models for similar arrangements (e.g. monthly fees, bundled hours, on-demand rates) o An indication of pricing based on the above details.
Response Guidelines
We are looking for a light-touch response at this stage. Please provide a short overview based on the points above, outlining how you typically deliver these services and the structure you would propose for a two-year arrangement.
At this stage, there will be no requirement to interview, we are just looking for a brief proposal based on the requirements set out above.
There is no need to submit full proposals or detailed SLAs at this stage.
Budget
Our budget is around £50,000 Per Year.
Timeline
Please submit your response by 31/07/2025 @ 14:00
Contact and Submission
Responses and clarifications should be submitted via the following link:
Preliminary market engagement notice (UK2). The buyer wants to talk to suppliers before designing the procurement. Taking part is how to shape it.
Bids are submitted through the buyer’s own portal, not on this site. Read the full notice on Find a Tender before relying on any date here.
No supplier information available.
This procurement was divided into 1 lots, each awarded separately.
| Lot | Value | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 Sept 2025 – Aug 2027 | - | planning |