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Provision of IDM (Vignette) Upgrade Professional Services

DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY

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AwardUpdate

16 Feb 2026 at 14:04

Award

31 Mar 2025 at 10:17

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) in Wales, United Kingdom, focuses on the Provision of IDM (Vignette) Upgrade Professional Services. The tender falls under the industry category of software consultancy services, with the procurement method being selective, executed through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process reached the award stage, where the selected supplier is Specialist Computer Centres PLC. The contract commenced on 27th March 2025 and will conclude on 26th September 2026. Key dates included the tender period ending on 4th March 2025 and the award publication on 31st March 2025.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in software consultancy, particularly SMEs, due to the selective procurement method and the size of the contract, valued at £104,370. It is ideal for companies with expertise in technical consultancy and project management related to IDM upgrades. The opportunity for involvement in the design, build/implementation, and migration phases creates prospects for businesses aiming for growth through collaboration with governmental bodies. With DVLA being the buying organisation, this contract allows suppliers to establish a solid working relationship within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of IDM (Vignette) Upgrade Professional Services

Notice Description

DVLA requires Technical consultancy and project management resources direct from OpenText to assist with the design, build / implementation and migration phases of the upgrade

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6c0fc7e3-bfa9-4a31-bbd7-75b8a21b2016
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b8ab652-cfd5-4633-98da-944945189c04
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72266000 - Software consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£104,370 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£104,370 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
27 Mar 2025 - 26 Sep 2026 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
DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
kelsey.garnett@dvla.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MORRISTON
Postcode
SA6 7JL
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Mynydd-bach
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES

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