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Next Generation Cloud Platforms (Proof of Concept)

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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13 Nov 2024 at 10:58

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has completed the procurement process for a project titled "Next Generation Cloud Platforms (Proof of Concept)" under the industry category of IT services including consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This selective procurement was conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £750,000, was awarded to Accenture (UK) Limited on 18 October 2024. The contract period is from 21 October 2024 to 22 January 2025. This project aims to determine and develop a proof of concept (PoC) for high-level cloud architecture, leading to recommendations for a PoC candidate service. The procurement caters to various regions including the United Kingdom, Europe, and others.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs, by allowing participation from businesses equipped to offer innovative IT services. The scope covers broad IT service areas, which means businesses with strengths in consulting, software development, Internet, and support services have a solid chance to deliver value. Given the project's aim to pioneer advanced cloud solutions, companies specialising in cutting-edge cloud technology and strategic IT frameworks would be well-suited to compete and potentially collaborate on future initiatives stemming from this contract.

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Notice Title

Next Generation Cloud Platforms (Proof of Concept)

Notice Description

Determine and develop scope for a proof of concept (PoC), draw up the high-level architecture in readiness for DWP governance, write up the exit criteria for PoC and recommend a PoC candidate service for pathfinder.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7042e13e-e390-4f06-9379-e9f5cc8ded62
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3261bb1c-06d8-4b1a-8015-cf4904262ebd
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, VCSE
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
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
20 Oct 2024 - 22 Jan 2025 1-6 months
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
Not specified
Contact Email
peelpark.dataandanalyticscommercialteam@dwp.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY4 5ES
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Stanley
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACCENTURE (UK

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