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Level 4 DevOps Engineer ST0825 and L4 Software Developer ST0116 Package

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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12 Mar 2026 at 12:54

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), located in London, has completed an award for the delivery of Level 4 DevOps Engineer ST0825 and L4 Software Developer ST0116 training packages. This training will be provided to DWP employees under the "Staff training services" category with a CPV classification of 80511000. The procurement was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from the Framework RM6102, with the tender period ending on 22nd December 2025. The contract runs from 1st April 2026 to 30th September 2030, with Makers Academy Ltd, also based in London, appointed as the supplier. The award was published on 12th March 2026, and the contract value is £1,400,000 GBP.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in staff training services and related educational initiatives. SMEs are particularly well-suited to compete for similar services, given their agility and capacity to provide customised training solutions. The collaboration with DWP can enhance a supplier's portfolio and credibility, opening further avenues within the public sector. Businesses that focus on developing professional skills and technological training have the potential to leverage this sort of procurement for significant growth and access to future government contracts.

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Notice Title

Level 4 DevOps Engineer ST0825 and L4 Software Developer ST0116 Package

Notice Description

Delivery of the Level 4 DevOps Engineer ST0825 and L4 Software Developer ST0116 Package to DWP Employees. This contract was awarded from the Framework RM6102

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-111183f3-64ae-4b63-8874-402df64abc68
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a9e77ef-1e57-45bd-b21d-5998ae275797
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80511000 - Staff training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,400,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
22 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Mar 20266 days ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2030 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
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
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MAKERS ACADEMY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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