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Address Validation Software Support Services (QAS) - (2025-2027)

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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03 Dec 2025 at 17:16

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions has completed the award for a contract titled "Address Validation Software Support Services (QAS) - (2025-2027)," classified under Software package and information systems. This procurement activity, located in the North West region of the United Kingdom, is part of a selective procurement method, executed as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract's value amounts to £3,605,200 GBP with a period starting on 30th November 2025 and concluding on 29th November 2027, including a one-year optional extension. The procurement process reached the award stage on 20th November 2025, with publication happening on 3rd December 2025, awarding the contract to Experian Limited.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software and information systems, looking for long-term engagements. As the procurement method was selective, it favours companies already in the framework agreement, offering them the chance to reinforce their credentials with a significant governmental client. Organisations that excel in delivering high-quality address validation software support services and are capable of handling substantial contracts within the specified timeframe would find this contract well-suited. Additionally, large businesses with experience in direct dealings with government departments like the Department for Work and Pensions would likely have a competitive advantage.

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Notice Title

Address Validation Software Support Services (QAS) - (2025-2027)

Notice Description

Address Validation Software Support Services (QAS) Please note that this contract includes a one year optional extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4a89cd7f-d030-4ad7-9f77-4dae97ccd108
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36d8c6f2-970f-4db8-9c42-2bbc4f92e6f3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,605,200 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,605,200 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
30 Nov 2025 - 29 Nov 2027 1-2 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 WORK AND PENSIONS
Contact Name
Sarah Coburn
Contact Email
manchestercorporatehub.softwarecommercialteam@dwp.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

EXPERIAN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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