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Augmented Resource for CoE for Conversational Platform

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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21 Aug 2024 at 15:16

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has completed the procurement process for the "Augmented Resource for Centre of Excellence for Conversational Platform" project. This initiative falls under the Information Technology services category, with a specific focus on augmenting resources to accelerate the Conversational Platform Project. The procurement was managed via a selective call-off from a framework agreement, and the contract period runs from 29th July 2024 to 31st March 2025. Key territories included in the delivery address range from the United Kingdom to various international regions such as Europe and the British Overseas Territories. The total value of the contract amounted to £666,240.64, with the initial minimum value projected at £532,992.51. The procurement was awarded to Hippo Digital, a large-scale entity based in Leeds, England, reflecting the contract's completion and active status as of 21st August 2024.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in Information Technology services, particularly those with expertise in conversational platforms and digital excellence. SMEs and VCSEs were considered suitable for this opportunity, signalling favourable conditions for a wide range of business sizes to engage. The project's international scope allows businesses with a global reach or aspirations to enhance their footprint across multiple regions. By participating in such high-value contracts, businesses can demonstrate their capabilities and foster growth through high-profile projects managed by influential institutions like the Department for Work and Pensions.

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Notice Title

Augmented Resource for CoE for Conversational Platform

Notice Description

Augmented Resource for Centre of Excellence, to accelerate the Conversational Platform Project

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0528a3e0-c6b2-45b0-81bb-dcd9ca2d63c8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91361fe4-4add-41c5-bc30-9c4f39d9337e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

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
£666,240 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£532,992 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
28 Jul 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 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
Augmented Resource for CoE for Conversational Platform
Contact Email
cd.digitalchannels@dwp.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9NA
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HIPPO DIGITAL

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