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WP1676- SMS Provider for GOV.UK Notify

GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE

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Award

28 Jan 2019 at 12:15

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process concerns the Government Digital Service's tender for the project "WP1676- SMS Provider for GOV.UK Notify" aimed at providing SMS services as part of a multi-channel digital communications platform utilised by UK public sector service teams. This initiative falls under the IT services category and is located in London, United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £800,000, was awarded following a selective procurement method, with the tender period closing on 11 January 2019 and the contract commencing on 18 January 2019, lasting until 17 January 2020.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the IT services sector, particularly those specialising in communications, software development, and support services. Businesses that can demonstrate expertise in providing digital communication solutions and have the capability to fulfil the contract requirements are well-suited to compete. Engaging with this project can lead to further collaborations in the public sector, contributing to growth and expansion opportunities.

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Notice Title

WP1676- SMS Provider for GOV.UK Notify

Notice Description

GOV.UK Notify is a multi-channel digital communications platform that UK public sector service teams can use to send emails, text messages, and letters to users of their service. These messages will typically be status updates, requests for action, receipts of applications or supporting information, and reminders.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72c667e7-088a-426d-b840-4dad2ab0c2fc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jan 20197 years ago
Contract Period
18 Jan 2019 - 17 Jan 2020 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E1 8QS
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Whitechapel
Westminster Constituency
Bethnal Green and Stepney

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FIRETEXT COMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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