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Provision of a Technical Writer

D V L A

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30 Nov 2017 at 09:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by the DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency), involves the provision of a technical writer for the delivery of technical documentation services within the IT services industry. The tender, titled "Provision of a Technical Writer", has a total value of £300,000, with a minimum value of £10,150. It follows an open procurement method and was completed with the contract period running from November 1, 2017, to April 30, 2018. The tender period concluded on September 25, 2017, and the award announcement was made on October 3, 2017.

This contract presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in technical writing and documentation, particularly those with experience in IT service delivery. Businesses with capabilities in producing clear and consistent technical documentation using industry standards would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. The DVLA's focus on quality and compliance in technical services highlights a consistent demand for qualified providers in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a Technical Writer

Notice Description

The DVLA required a service to author technical documentation. This involves producing technical documentation in a consistent and clear manner to a technical audience.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1fd66bfd-754b-4943-868b-89b09d3362a3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/326b83fc-1ef9-4368-b497-72500262fc16
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
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
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,150 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Nov 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Sep 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Oct 20178 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2017 - 30 Apr 2018 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
D V L A
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA6 7JL
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Mynydd-bach
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ADVANTAGE I.T.

Further Information

Notice Documents

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