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Disability and accessibility testing services

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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31 Mar 2021 at 14:43

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Disability and Accessibility Testing Services" was initiated by the Department for Education. This contract falls under the software package and information systems industry category with a value of £250,000. The procurement method used was selective, conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 1st April 2019, and the contract commenced on 1st May 2019, running through to 30th April 2021, based in the West Midlands, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those focusing on consulting, software development, and internet support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to compete, provided they have the expertise in disability and accessibility testing aligned with GDS requirements. Engaging in similar future tenders could enhance their visibility and offer pathways for growth within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Disability and accessibility testing services

Notice Description

Disability and accessibility testimg services, testing and technical experts to align with GDS requirements

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3af6698b-6147-408d-8e26-4a2ab5d7000e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67c7025e-b956-4426-ac3e-5befa8a52604
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20196 years ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2019 - 30 Apr 2021 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2FJ
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE DIGITAL ACCESSIBILITY CENTRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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