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Provision of IBM Subscription and Support Renewal

DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY

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29 Sep 2024 at 20:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has completed a selective procurement process for the "Provision of IBM Subscription and Support Renewal," classified under the industry category of Software package and information systems (CPV code 48000000). The procurement involved a call-off from a framework agreement and was awarded to Softcat PLC. The contract, valued at £2,995,347.67, will take place in Wales, with a contract period from 1st October 2024 to 30th September 2027. Key dates included the tender period ending on 23rd September 2024, followed by the award published on 29th September 2024.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software solutions and IT support services. SMEs, in particular, may find this type of contract appealing, as it aligns well with their capabilities. However, businesses must be prepared to meet the precise requirements of the contract, including delivering high-quality support and subscription services over a multi-year period. Being part of a selective procurement process, companies that are adaptable and have experience with framework agreements will be well-positioned to compete effectively for similar opportunities in the future.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of IBM Subscription and Support Renewal

Notice Description

Provision of IBM Subscription and Support Renewal

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-70055099-a27a-4ac2-a055-492fcf1c0976
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61e8c29b-3a1d-4e02-aa50-35cf0316bb2f
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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£2,995,347 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,995,347 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027 2-3 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
DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
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

SOFTCAT

Further Information

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