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ecm_11972 Provision of Digital Specialists for Maternity Allowance Modernisation Project

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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04 Oct 2024 at 14:42

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions has successfully awarded a contract titled "Provision of Digital Specialists for Maternity Allowance Modernisation Project" under the CPV category 72000000 (IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support). The procurement was managed using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £4,500,000, covers the delivery of digital outcomes and enhancement of internal capabilities for maternity allowance services. The project is based in the North East region of the United Kingdom, with services required from 1 October 2024 to 30 September 2026. The award stage was completed with the notice published on 4 October 2024.

This tender presents a substantial growth opportunity for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in digital transformation and public sector projects. SMEs, like the awarded supplier Opencast Software Europe Limited, are especially well-suited to participate in such procurements. Engaging in this contract allows businesses to demonstrate their capability in delivering critical digital solutions and supporting live services, thereby enhancing their portfolio and potentially securing further government contracts.

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Notice Title

ecm_11972 Provision of Digital Specialists for Maternity Allowance Modernisation Project

Notice Description

Delivery of specific digital outcomes and to supplement our own internal capability to ensure provision of the current live services and to develop new a Maternity Allowance digital solution.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1c3230f9-c639-42e4-964e-9c0eca84db8d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b063a11-b8b8-4ec4-853d-72162d5edf3a
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
SME

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
£4,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2026 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
Not specified
Contact Email
cddigital.crcfteam@dwp.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M2 3AA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OPENCAST SOFTWARE EUROPE

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