Award

WP1883- SMS Provider for GOV.UK Notify

GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE

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Award

26 Aug 2020 at 09:51

Summary of the contracting process

The Government Digital Service has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "WP1883- SMS Provider for GOV.UK Notify." This pertains to IT services, specifically consulting, software development, and internet support, with an estimated value of £4,350,000. The contract's delivery address is located in London, United Kingdom. The procurement phase was conducted through a selective method, culminating in an award on 24th June 2020. The contract commenced on 1st July 2020 and concludes on 31st March 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to engage in the public sector's digital communication needs. Companies specialising in IT services, consulting, and software development are well-positioned to compete for similar contracts, allowing them to leverage their expertise while contributing to government initiatives. This engagement can enhance their visibility and credibility within the public sector, leading to further business growth and partnerships.

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Notice Title

WP1883- 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
ocds-b5fd17-530277f9-10c0-4dcb-8ea9-1a260112be4a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45d85f16-654e-43e2-b234-a556655d94c7
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
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
£4,350,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,350,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Aug 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jun 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 20205 years ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 6-12 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
TLI London

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FIRETEXT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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