Planning

Strategic Contingency Service for Payment Disruption

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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Planning

02 May 2018 at 14:41

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is currently in the planning stage of the procurement process for a "Strategic Contingency Service for Payment Disruption". This initiative seeks to ensure the continuity of benefit, pension, and allowance payments during potential disruptions. A Supplier Innovation Showcase is scheduled for 7 June 2018 at the Manchester Hub, with an engagement end date set for 31 May 2018. The DWP's procurement focuses on software solutions within the software package and information systems industry, as well as financial and insurance services, and IT services.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in innovative software solutions and payment technologies. Companies that can offer secure and resilient systems capable of handling high transaction volumes and complying with UK payment regulations will be well-positioned to compete. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, as DWP welcomes innovative approaches that can enhance their strategic contingency planning for public services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Strategic Contingency Service for Payment Disruption

Notice Description

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is considering options for the future delivery of its Strategic Contingency Services required in the event of a short or long term disruption to the payment of benefits, pensions and allowances to the Department's customers. The purpose of this Early Engagement Notice is to invite market operators to a Supplier Innovation Showcase which DWP are hosting on 7 June 2018. The Supplier Innovation Showcase event seeks to investigate market opportunities and insight in preparation for a potential future procurement for a strategic contingency service. We invite market operators to attend and present to DWP, innovative contingency solutions to enable us to shape our future procurement. All solutions will be considered however they must:- * Ensure customers continue to receive payment or appropriate alternative remuneration; * Be secure and resilient to potential fraudulent activity; * Be able to provide reporting for Management Information, reconciliation and audit purposes; * Be compliant with UK payment scheme(s) rules and payment formats; * Be capable of operating nationally, and be available for Other Government Departments including The Department for Communities. The Department is willing to consider all innovative solutions and may be prepared to consider Lots. The duration of the contract/s is expected to be 5 years. DWP has average daily payment volumes of 2.5m, peak volumes of 8m and a 12m peak over the Christmas period. The event is being held in advance of a potential future procurement however market operators should be aware that DWP is not committed to or guarantees a procurement at this stage. A Prior Information Notice (PIN) will be issued should DWP proceed to a procurement. DWP reserves the right to withdraw or amend any intention to proceed to procurement stage at any time. DWP's standard Terms and Conditions will be used, these can be accessed using the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/494088/dwp-model-tc-for-services.pdf How to Apply DWP would like to invite up to two representatives from each supplier organisation to attend the Innovation Day and give a 10 minute presentation showcasing your innovative opportunities or solutions you can provide for this service. The event will be held on 7 June 2018 at Manchester Hub, Two St. Peter's Square, Manchester, M2 3AA To register your interest, please contact:- michelle.munro@dwp.gsi.gov.uk before 17:00 hours on 31 May 2018

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fe6c510-f59f-4d2a-8781-fc4dd5d22414
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

66 - Financial and insurance services

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

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

66000000 - Financial and insurance services

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 May 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 May 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Stanley
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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