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DSP Legacy Application Technical Debt

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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22 Oct 2025 at 10:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), based in London, has completed the procurement process for its "DSP Legacy Application Technical Debt" project. This initiative falls under the IT services category, covering consulting, software development, internet, and support. The contract is set to run from 20th October 2025 to 19th October 2027, with Capgemini UK plc selected as the supplier. Notably, this procurement utilized a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £19,500,000 excluding VAT, is open to SMEs and encompasses a broad geographical delivery scope, including the UK, Europe, and other international regions. Key dates include the award date of 17th October 2025, following the close of the tender period on the same day at noon.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in IT solutions and consultancy, particularly those capable of addressing legacy system technical debts. With a focus on SMEs, the procurement allows smaller enterprises with relevant expertise to potentially engage with a large-scale government project, thus offering growth opportunities through expanded networks and increased visibility. Companies with a strong track record in public sector IT issues would be particularly well-suited to leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio and drive business expansion.

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Notice Title

DSP Legacy Application Technical Debt

Notice Description

This is a 24-month resource-based contract to assist the Department for Works and Pensions (DWP) to discover solutions to the legacy technical debt within DWP. Extension option of 25% of initial contract value, PS4,987,500 excluding VAT. Maximum contract ceiling value PS24,937,500 excluding VAT.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f00ad05-ebd3-4c72-b763-1204cc4bad18
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
Not specified

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
£24,937,500 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£19,500,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
19 Oct 2025 - 19 Oct 2027 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 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

CAPGEMINI

Further Information

Notice Documents

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