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Dev-Ops/Infrastructure Managed Services Contract - EDFO & EDAS

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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17 Mar 2026 at 11:47

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has awarded a contract for "Dev-Ops/Infrastructure Managed Services Contract - EDFO & EDAS," aimed at procuring DevOps/Infrastructure Engineer capabilities for Enterprise Data services. Categorised under IT services, the contract covers various regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed was selective, using a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract period starting on 27th February 2026 and ending on 26th February 2028. The award was announced on 17th March 2026, with the contract valued at £8,578,138.50. The buying organisation is located in London, thus providing opportunities for businesses familiar with the English administrative context.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in DevOps and infrastructure management. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is conducive to smaller businesses' involvement. Advania UK Ltd was selected as the supplier, demonstrating the potential advantage for businesses with experience in large scale IT service provision. The contract offers a stable, multi-year commitment, promising consistent revenue streams for successful bidders familiar with servicing large governmental organisations. Businesses strategically positioned to collaborate with the Department for Education could leverage their expertise to enhance visibility and credibility in the public procurement sector.

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Notice Title

Dev-Ops/Infrastructure Managed Services Contract - EDFO & EDAS

Notice Description

Procurement of DevOps/Infrastructure Engineer capabilities services for the Enterprise Data services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-09a4dfab-deb8-4434-bfa8-9e77699ac719
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9052012b-d458-4037-8bfc-3adba5200f6f
Current Stage
Award
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
Large

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
£8,578,138 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£8,578,138 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
27 Feb 2026 - 26 Feb 2028 1-2 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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
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

ADVANIA

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