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Digital Capability Services for RBT&C Delivery Teams

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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29 May 2026 at 13:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions has completed a tender process titled "Digital Capability Services for RBT&C Delivery Teams." This procurement, focused on IT services consulting, software development, Internet, and support, falls under the industry category of IT services and was managed through a framework agreement call-off in a selective procurement method. The tender, with a minimum value of £19.6 million and a final contract value of £24.25 million, concluded on 9th February 2026. The awarded contract to Accenture (UK) Ltd spans from 31st May 2026 to 30th May 2028, covering delivery at multiple international locations, including the United Kingdom, Europe, and the Channel Islands.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in digital services, particularly those capable of providing specialist resources for digital transformation in public sectors. With a focus on small to medium enterprises (SMEs), it encourages participation from businesses that can offer innovative IT solutions to support the operational needs of the Department’s Digital Services Directorate. Engagement in such a substantial contract allows suppliers to enhance their portfolio, strengthen their market presence, and potentially secure future opportunities with public sector clients.

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Notice Title

Digital Capability Services for RBT&C Delivery Teams

Notice Description

The provision of Digital Specialist Resources for Retirement and Bereavement & Care Delivery Teams which is part of the Digital Services Directorate.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7c2ad5d-c224-4f36-957c-0673626762fb
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
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
£24,250,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£24,250,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 May 2026 - 30 May 2028 2-3 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
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

ACCENTURE (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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