Planning

JCS CRM tool

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

16 Dec 2025 at 10:17

Planning

10 Dec 2025 at 11:47

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), based in Blackpool, is in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "JCS CRM tool" under the information technology services category. The procurement seeks a lightweight, scalable, and cost-effective Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solution. The engagement end date is set for 19th December 2025. Located in the United Kingdom, the CRM tool aims to meet specific functional needs without the complexity or costs of broader installations. The material related to early engagement was updated on the 16th December 2025, with further information provided as attachments.

This procurement process presents opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in CRM solutions tailored to organisational needs. The DWP's requirements favour solutions that are not only cost-effective but scalable, providing a promising avenue for technology firms with a focus on innovation, adaptability, and efficiency in CRM systems. The emphasis on solutions suitable for the defined needs without extensive deployment issues makes this tender attractive for tech businesses looking to expand their footprint in government service contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

JCS CRM tool

Notice Description

DWP has a requirement for a lightweight, scalable, and cost-effective CRM solution that can meet defined functional needs, without the complexity, footprint, or costs associated with organisation-wide CRM deployments. Please see further details and information required within the attachment. *UPDATE 16/12/2025 - Inclusion of attachment containing clarification question responses**

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2ecbf367-f70a-442f-8e68-b2ed5382a8eb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e32c125-9c14-416e-9f07-7d79cb2958dd
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
19 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS
Contact Name
Commercial Team
Contact Email
cddigital.ucwa@dwp.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY4 5ES
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Stanley
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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