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WP1935- SMS Provider for GOV.UK Notify

GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE

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03 Mar 2021 at 16:20

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contract titled "WP1935- SMS Provider for GOV.UK Notify" was awarded by the Government Digital Service, located in London. This initiative falls under the IT services industry, specifically consulting, software development, and support. The contract was valued at £17,500,000 and was awarded on 24th November 2020, with a contract period commencing on 1st December 2020 and concluding on 31st March 2021. This was a selective procurement method, arising from a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly in the areas of software development and digital communications. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate, as the contract is open to suppliers with the capacity to deliver comprehensive digital communication solutions for public sector service teams. By engaging in this market, businesses can expand their service offerings and establish lasting partnerships with government entities, enhancing their growth potential.

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Notice Title

WP1935- SMS Provider for GOV.UK Notify

Notice Description

GOV.UK Notify is a multi-channel digital communications platform that UK public sector service teams can use to send emails, text messages, and letters to users of their service. These messages will typically be status updates, requests for action, receipts of applications or supporting information, and reminders.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00f3defc-0e4c-482d-8995-d758a5b62b4d
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
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
£17,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£17,500,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Nov 20205 years ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 1-6 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
GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E1 8QS
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Whitechapel
Westminster Constituency
Bethnal Green and Stepney

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MMGRP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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