Community websites for the municipalities/cities of the Canton of Zurich (GPZH) - CMS software, framework agreement and pilot project

This tender concerns the provision of a Content Management System (CMS) software solution for the municipalities and cities within the Canton of Zurich, operating under a framework agreement. The core of the procurement is a Software as a Service (SaaS) model, with a primary contract period from 2027 to 2031, and an optional extension of five additional years.

Starting from January 1, 2026, project services will be required for the conceptualization, configuration, and implementation of this SaaS solution. These initial services will focus on three pilot municipalities. Subsequently, from January 1, 2027, the scope will expand to include services for the rollout and ongoing operation of the CMS for additional municipalities and cities across the Canton of Zurich.

The initiative aims to standardize and modernize the digital presence of local government entities within the canton, ensuring a consistent and efficient platform for their online services. Key aspects of the tender likely include the technical capabilities of the CMS, its scalability, security features, user-friendliness, and the service provider's capacity to support a large-scale rollout and long-term operation. The SaaS model implies that the chosen provider will manage the infrastructure, software updates, and maintenance, allowing the municipalities to focus on content creation and service delivery.

This is a framework agreement contract in the information and communication technology sector, with a focus on Software and Cloud Services. Located in Switzerland, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU), a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for framework agreement in the information and communication technology sector. Framework agreements establish terms for recurring procurement over a defined period. Selected firms are called upon as needs arise, making this a longer-term engagement opportunity. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.