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Provision of GDaD Resources for DWP Engineering Practice (Engineering 2)

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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20 Apr 2026 at 09:07

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has completed the procurement process for the provision of GDaD resources for its Engineering practice, aimed at enhancing its digital services delivery. The contract, awarded to Ernst and Young LLP, falls under the Information Technology Services category, referenced by CPV code 72222300. The procurement, conducted through a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement, is in the award stage with a contract period from 23rd March 2026 to 22nd March 2028. The total contract value is approximately £39,212,107 GBP, and the tender includes widespread delivery locations such as the United Kingdom, Europe, and other regions globally.

This procurement presents an opportunity for businesses in the digital engineering and information technology services sector to engage strategically with DWP projects, focusing on digital outcomes. SMEs are particularly encouraged to consider similar tenders as the procurement framework supports the involvement of such entities, though VCSEs are not specified as suited in this instance. It reflects a significant business opportunity due to its expansive scope and substantial financial value, appealing to companies capable of delivering high-quality digital solutions. The structured, long-term nature of the contract offers sustained growth potential for firms well-positioned in this industry category.

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Notice Title

Provision of GDaD Resources for DWP Engineering Practice (Engineering 2)

Notice Description

The provision of GDaD resources (previously DDaT) for the DWP Engineering practice to support the Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) in the delivery of digital outcomes required to enable and support DWP's digital services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-56c8c0ac-95bb-48fc-85d9-5c0bdca988a9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c538f8e-de25-4a20-9543-9b47bbb34e1a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£39,212,107 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£39,212,107 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 22 Mar 2028 2-3 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M2 3AA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ERNST AND YOUNG

Further Information

Notice Documents

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