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HMPO E2E QAT Testing Service - Awarded Contract

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20 Apr 2026 at 09:08

Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office has concluded the procurement process for the "HMPO E2E QAT Testing Service," awarding the contract to L.A International Computer Consultants Limited. This contract focuses on system quality assurance assessment and review services within the broader context of IT programmes and projects. The procurement process employed a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, and has reached the award stage, formalised on 23 January 2026. The contract, worth £40,000,000, commences on 1 April 2026 and runs until 31 March 2029, with services required across various regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the rest of the world, and the United Kingdom, primarily benefiting entities classified within the services industry category.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialised in quality assurance services, particularly those catering to large-scale IT projects. SMEs can potentially benefit from entering related fields or collaborating with L.A International Computer Consultants Limited, although the contract is awarded to a large business entity based in Stoke on Trent. The focus on IT quality assurance signals a demand for comprehensive evaluation skills and technical expertise, making it an attractive venture for firms in consultancy and IT services wishing to expand their market reach across diverse geographical locations. Business growth opportunities may arise through subcontracts, partnerships, or service extensions, leveraging the substantial budget allocated for this initiative.

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Notice Title

HMPO E2E QAT Testing Service - Awarded Contract

Notice Description

The purpose of this notice is to provide details of the contract that has been awarded for the provision of a full Quality Assurance and Testing service supporting in-flight and new programmes/projects within the HMPO IT portfolio.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4355cd18-ce80-4e97-a777-d3ca6f30e486
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d92029e-793f-467e-943c-14b12180b1fc
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72225000 - System quality assurance assessment and review services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

L.A INTERNATIONAL COMPUTER CONSULTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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