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ESFA Agile Service Delivery

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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01 Oct 2020 at 14:19

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "ESFA Agile Service Delivery" is being conducted by the Department for Education based in Manchester, England. This initiative falls within the IT services industry category and targets the delivery of digital development outcomes specifically for apprenticeships and data collection services. The procurement method utilised is selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 2nd September 2020, with the contract starting on 17th September 2020 and set to last until 10th March 2022. The total value of the contract is approximately £8,106,286.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those focused on consulting, software development, and support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is designed to be accessible and inclusive. Companies with expertise in digital service delivery and experience in apprenticeship programmes may find this an advantageous opportunity to expand their client base and enhance service offerings in a growing market.

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Notice Title

ESFA Agile Service Delivery

Notice Description

DOS 4 Agile Service Delivery Aggregation for Apprenticeships, Data Science and National Careers Service. This procurement is for the delivery of digital development outcomes for apprenticeships and data collection services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-638dc0fd-0b6f-485b-b574-1b4fd06b6c9a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f2c3dc3-ea98-4bc2-8a93-f46cd42003cc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Large

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
£8,106,286 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£8,106,286 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Sep 20205 years ago
Contract Period
16 Sep 2020 - 10 Mar 2022 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 EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 2WD
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
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

METHODS BUSINESS AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY

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