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FinOps Cost Optimisation Service

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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17 Dec 2025 at 11:37

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), located in Manchester, England, has awarded a contract for a FinOps Cost Optimisation Service, specifically utilising IBM Apptio Cloudability. This contract aims to analyse and optimise consumption costs, resource utilisation, and emissions within DWP's Public Cloud estate. Categorised under software package and information systems, the contract was awarded to IBM United Kingdom Ltd on 24th September 2025, with the service period from 17th November 2025 to 16th November 2027. The procurement followed a selective method, utilising a framework agreement, and the awarding process has been completed. Key suitabilities indicate the involvement of SMEs, with focus given to innovative cloud management solutions within the United Kingdom.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software packages and cloud optimisation services, particularly those that can cater to large-scale operations like those managed by the DWP. Organisations with expertise in resource management and cost analysis in cloud environments could benefit immensely from engaging with such projects. Furthermore, businesses that can offer tailored and efficient solutions for public sector clients would be particularly well-suited to pursue similar contracts. The involvement of SMEs indicates the openness of the procurement process to smaller enterprises, paving the way for diverse participation and potential collaborations in government frameworks and services delivery.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FinOps Cost Optimisation Service

Notice Description

This is a contract for the provision of IBM Apptio Cloudability - DWP uses this service to analyse and optimise consumption costs, resource utilisation, and emissions in its Public Cloud estate.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6a1fe0bc-33b2-49c6-8104-169b8a48f7ef
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/769f2a88-604c-4b76-ad8e-b4d522a1b4d3
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

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,137,060 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,137,060 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
17 Nov 2025 - 16 Nov 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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

IBM UNITED KINGDOM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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