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Augmented Resource for DWP Digital Modernisation and Efficiency

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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12 Jun 2025 at 12:17

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Augmented Resource for DWP Digital Modernisation and Efficiency" was conducted by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in England. This process falls under the Information Technology Services industry category. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract was awarded on 15 May 2025, and the contract period spans from 1 June 2025 to 31 May 2026. Delivery locations include various regions such as the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and beyond. The procurement stage is complete with the awarding, and the contract was valued at £2,813,731.74, reinforcing DWP's efforts towards digital modernisation and efficiency.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly for SMEs specialising in IT services, as indicated by the award to Hippo Digital Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise. Companies equipped to support digital transformation projects and manage extensive delivery requirements across multiple regions will find this type of procurement process advantageous. Engaging in such contracts can lead to business growth through exposure to long-term governmental projects and the chance to showcase expertise in modernising public sector digital services. This procurement is particularly suited for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in public sector IT services.

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Notice Title

Augmented Resource for DWP Digital Modernisation and Efficiency

Notice Description

Provision of Augmented Resources to support ongoing activity within DWP Digital Modernisation and Efficiency

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0440dd0e-62dc-4a55-8753-690d3a5e9e8c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99b018d0-98e9-489f-87b8-1d48a0cdf9cb
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
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

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,813,731 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£281,371 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2025 - 31 May 2026 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
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY4 5ES
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Stanley
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HIPPO DIGITAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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