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Interim Principal Solutions Architect

OFFICE OF QUALIFICATIONS AND EXAMINATIONS REGULATION (OFQUAL)

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26 Jan 2022 at 17:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) has conducted an open procurement process for the role of Interim Principal Solutions Architect, classified under services related to data network management and support services (CPV code: 72315000). The tender period concluded on 1st January 2022, and the contract awarded is valued at £35,100. The successful supplier, Mangrove Data Limited, will provide services from 4th January 2022 until 31st March 2022, focusing on enhancing Ofqual's public-facing digital capabilities and supporting internal applications.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in data management and IT consultancy services. Companies with expertise in digital transformation, particularly those that can facilitate collaboration and support public sector organisations in improving their service delivery, would be particularly well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. Employment of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is encouraged, indicating a welcoming environment for diverse suppliers looking to grow their presence in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Interim Principal Solutions Architect

Notice Description

Accelerate work to raise awareness of Ofqual's technical domain and expertise in the Public Sector - such as making available code available through open source and publicising the IM Team's advancements in Digital, Data and Technology to government and non-government organisations. Work with the Team to undertake a CDDO review and assessment of Ofqual's external fac-ing-services Bring expertise to inform decision making and delivery of the IM team's internal facing appli-cations - such as: Blazer. Work with the IM Team and Digital Strategic Partner to ensure smooth onboarding of new members - ensuring they work in collaboration with the in-house development team to deliv-er the agreed business priorities. Work with the IM Team and Digital Strategic Partner to oversee and inform delivery of the Public Facing Services programme of work - particularly the user research and development of the citizen facing journey for Public Enquiries, Examinations Procedural Review Service, Freedom of Information and Subject Access Request services.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-01740e41-1297-4185-9a78-0019a0914f2f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc66ae95-4a09-4d84-b45a-256c716be858
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
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72315000 - Data network management and support services

72322000 - Data management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,100 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£35,100 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
4 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 1-6 months
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
OFFICE OF QUALIFICATIONS AND EXAMINATIONS REGULATION (OFQUAL)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 3BH
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
Sherbourne
Westminster Constituency
Coventry North West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MANGROVE DATA

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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