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Data Strategy

PARLIAMENTARY AND HEALTH SERVICE OMBUDSMAN

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26 Feb 2025 at 12:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman has concluded the procurement process for a Data Strategy project within the IT services category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support services. This process, which utilised a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement, is currently at the award stage. The delivery address is in Manchester with the postal code M2 3HQ, and the total contract value is £48,660. The tender period ended on 14th February 2025, and the contract period is scheduled from 1st March to 31st March 2025. Key dates include the award publication on 26th February 2025 and the active award status from 25th February 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the IT services sector, particularly those specializing in data strategy development and consulting. The procurement, tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), indicates a preference for agile and innovative firms capable of delivering high-quality IT solutions within a short timeframe. Firms experienced in framework agreements and call-offs, especially those focusing on public sector clients, will find this contract beneficial for business growth and portfolio enhancement. The awarded supplier, Agile Solutions, exemplifies the type of business well-suited for such opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Data Strategy

Notice Description

The provision of a Data Strategy

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-35692703-0d9f-4aeb-9731-55c96a301fd5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3b746c7-c9ff-4332-ad29-73d98dc76334
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
£48,660 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£48,660 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 30 days
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
PARLIAMENTARY AND HEALTH SERVICE OMBUDSMAN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4QP
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
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AGILE SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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