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Provision of dSeries Workload Automation for Hybrid Cloud - PS/25/19A

DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY

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03 Sep 2025 at 09:41

Summary of the contracting process

The Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), based in Swansea, Wales, has completed the award stage of a procurement process for the "Provision of dSeries Workload Automation for Hybrid Cloud." This contract falls under the industry category of software-related services, aligned with the CPV code 72260000. The process utilised a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement, part of the Crown Commercial Services Framework. The contract was awarded to Ultima Business Solutions Ltd on 28th August 2025, with a contract period from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2026, valued at £131,612.91.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software-related services, particularly those experienced in delivering workload automation solutions for hybrid cloud environments. Although the contract has already been awarded, understanding such procurement processes can help similar businesses position themselves for future opportunities, especially larger enterprises accustomed to working within framework agreements. By aligning with government frameworks and maintaining a focus on cloud-based automation services, businesses could significantly enhance their market positioning and increase their chances of securing future contracts with public agencies like the DVLA.

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Notice Title

Provision of dSeries Workload Automation for Hybrid Cloud - PS/25/19A

Notice Description

Award of Contract has been completed via Crown Commercial Services Framework. Award notice published for transparency. Contract is for the provision of dSeries Workload Automation for Hybrid Cloud.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-382045a5-1bd9-4124-b8d3-69a1f1fcb789
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d6c5c27-1408-4298-bb63-e08e323c7354
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£131,612 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£131,612 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY
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
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Mynydd-bach
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ULTIMA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

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