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GovAssure Independent Assurance Review

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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30 Apr 2025 at 16:31

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice, located in London, England, has successfully completed the procurement process for the "GovAssure Independent Assurance Review" project. This service-related contract falls under the industry category of application service providers and utilises the selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 17 January 2025, and the contract has been awarded to Actica Consulting Ltd. The contract period will commence on 1 July 2025 and will last until 30 June 2029, covering multiple locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom, with an overall value of £362,500.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in application services and assurance reviews to engage with a major government body. Companies poised to benefit are those that can meet the requirements of selective procurement methods and possess relevant experience in framework agreements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), similar to Actica Consulting Ltd, are especially encouraged to explore such opportunities for growth and expansion in public sector projects. The Ministry of Justice’s procurement offers a substantial market that can serve as a stepping stone for companies looking to establish a solid presence in governmental services.

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Notice Title

GovAssure Independent Assurance Review

Notice Description

GovAssure Independent Assurance Review

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-071bc1b5-c405-43c2-8282-b6ed04095cc3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b27beda-050c-45d8-ac27-75ff0647b0b4
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
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

72416000 - Application service providers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£362,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£362,500 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9AJ
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

ACTICA CONSULTING

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