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Technical Support Services (TSS3) in support of the DVSA's Future Theory Test Services

THE SECRETARY OF STATE FOR TRANSPORT

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08 Aug 2020 at 07:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), operating under the Department for Transport, has recently completed the procurement process for the contract titled "Technical Support Services (TSS3) in support of the DVSA's Future Theory Test Services". This contract, valued at £5,100,000, was awarded to BJSS Ltd and spans a total of 15 months beginning from September 9, 2020, with potential extensions of up to 12 months. The procurement falls within the services category, specifically dedicated to computer-related professional services, with delivery addresses across the UK and British Overseas Territories. The tender was officially concluded on July 29, 2020.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in technical support and IT services, particularly those with expertise in developing and enhancing digital testing and assessment services. Companies that are well-prepared to demonstrate their capabilities in software development, IT consultancy, and user experience design may find themselves in a favourable position to compete in future contracts related to similar government initiatives. The substantial contract value highlights the commitment to technological advancement in public services, making it an attractive prospect for large-scale providers in this industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Technical Support Services (TSS3) in support of the DVSA's Future Theory Test Services

Notice Description

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), an executive agency of the Department for Transport (DfT) acting on behalf of the Secretary of State for Transport, states its intention to award a contract for the provision of Technical Support Services (TSS3) for its Future Theory Test Service (FTTS). DVSA intends to award a contract for a period of 15 months in September 2020 with options to extend for up to a further period of 12 months in two 6 monthly increments.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0dbe0cc6-e9a5-4366-8844-b6fa6b6ae1c5
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72590000 - Computer-related professional services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,100,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£5,100,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Aug 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jul 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20205 years ago
Contract Period
8 Sep 2020 - 9 Dec 2022 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE SECRETARY OF STATE FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG1 6LP
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Hyson Green & Arboretum
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BJSS

Further Information

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