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Synergy Programme Technical Assurance

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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24 Oct 2024 at 11:44

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has completed the procurement process for "Synergy Programme Technical Assurance," an IT services contract focused on consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This contract was awarded to Capgemini UK Plc, following a direct single tender action below the threshold. The technical assurance work, valued at £2,927,051 GBP, involves key areas such as data and security, technical architecture, and delivery management. The contract's performance period spans from 1st October 2024 to 30th September 2025 with activities taking place across various regions including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 30th September 2024 and the contract award date on 30th September 2024.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses, particularly large-scale IT consulting and software development firms, to engage in high-value and complex technical assurance tasks. Companies with expertise in system integration, SaaS platforms, and extensive experience in technical project management will find this contract beneficial for expanding their service portfolios and enhancing their reputations. While SMEs and VCSEs may find participation challenging due to the size and scope of the project, larger businesses with relevant technical capabilities and existing relationships with governmental bodies like the DWP are well-positioned to benefit.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Synergy Programme Technical Assurance

Notice Description

The Synergy Programme has recently secured a System Integrator (SI) to support the Cluster to transition to a new SaaS platform, enabling the 4 cluster departments to transform their back-office functions. The SI is currently in the process of being onboarded and will be expected to move at pace. This is due to the pressure to exit the existing SSCL contract and the need to realise financial benefits. Capgemini are a trusted technical assurance provider with prior knowledge of the Synergy Programme as they are already providing services to the Synergy Programme with respect to the technical aspects. Capgemini have been providing such services since February 2023. Further work is required to support the engagement with the SI/ERP providers who are currently being onboarded. This engagement will consist of three statements of working covering key areas of focus, namely: data and security; technical architecture, and delivery management of the future shared services organisation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ba9bcdc-2014-4f9d-9148-a855d2aa72b3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£2,927,051 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,927,051 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
synergyprogramme-commercialteam@dwp.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

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