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Advanced 365 Runtime Software and Runtime support 2026-2030

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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03 Dec 2025 at 17:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions, based in Manchester, has concluded the tender process for the procurement of Advanced 365 Runtime Software and Runtime support services, which will span from 2026 to 2030. The contract falls within the software support services category, with the procurement classified under CPV code 72261000. This process, initiated as a tender, was executed via a selective procurement method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The value of the award is £24,513,623, with IBM United Kingdom Limited being the contracted supplier. The contract period begins on 1 January 2026 and ends on 31 December 2030.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for companies specialising in software support services, particularly those with expertise in runtime software compatible with Linux environments. While this specific contract has been awarded to IBM United Kingdom Limited, businesses seeking growth should consider framework agreements as a viable avenue for future opportunities within public sector procurement. Although small and medium-sized enterprises were not deemed suitable for this procurement, larger entities with similar specializations and scale may find similar prospects in upcoming tenders. With the emphasis on long-term support and sophisticated software solutions, firms offering comprehensive service packages could effectively position themselves in future tenders like this.

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Notice Title

Advanced 365 Runtime Software and Runtime support 2026-2030

Notice Description

Term 5 years +1 year Extension Option The runtime software components supported under this contract are part of a suite of products that were used in the original VME-R programme of work. The products were used to redeploy and transform the VME applications on the Buyer's choice of Linux environment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5b604dab-c471-41c9-8dd2-d2ddaaedf6eb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/482147f6-2765-45ee-81c4-88f717652844
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

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


CPV Codes

72261000 - Software support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£24,513,623 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£24,513,623 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2030 Over 5 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
Debbie Coates
Contact Email
manchestercorporatehub.softwarecommercialteam@dwp.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

IBM UNITED KINGDOM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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