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Data Platforms and Operations Data Domain Teams

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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28 May 2026 at 12:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has completed a procurement process titled "Data Platforms and Operations Data Domain Teams," focusing on IT services such as consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This initiative, valued at approximately £1.92 million, supports a 12-month programme within Data Enablement, aimed at re-engineering data products. Located in the North West of the United Kingdom, with postal code FY4 5ES, the procurement process was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The tender period concluded on 31st March 2026, and the contract spans from 28th May 2026 to 27th May 2027. The award was made to UBDS IT Consulting Limited as the supplier, recognising their capability to collaborate with DWP's in-house team to develop new data products and enhance internal skills and productivity.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in IT consulting and software development, particularly those capable of working within a hub and spoke model to deliver high-quality data solutions. Businesses that focus on cloud-native productivity and modern analytical tools integration could greatly benefit from engaging with this contract, especially as there is an emphasis on skills transfer and building sustainable capability. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this procurement advantageous due to DWP's interest in engaging with SME suppliers, as reflected in their procurement suitability criteria. This presents a valuable opportunity for tech firms aiming to expand their capabilities and portfolio by partnering with a major government department.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Data Platforms and Operations Data Domain Teams

Notice Description

This requirement supports a 12-month programme within Data Enablement to re-engineer and deliver data products using a Hub and Spoke model aligned to the DWP Data Strategy. Delivery will be through blended teams of DWP staff and partner specialists, with a strong emphasis on skills transfer and building sustainable internal capability. The supplier will support four live deliveries and develop new data products to DWP Gold Build standards, focusing initially on External and Cross-Benefit Data to meet analytical and citizen event needs. The work will embed a "data as a product" culture by deploying cloud-native productivity, collaboration, security, and governance capabilities via the Data Access Layer, enabling faster delivery, reduced risk, and compliance with data standards while supporting modern analytical tooling integration.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3aa94c22-c241-4fb9-a5a3-afa42944ba86
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8eb3fad1-3e75-45bf-910e-9c4562ebe3c6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
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
£1,915,182 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,915,182 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 May 2026 - 27 May 2027 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
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Stanley
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UBDS IT CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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