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Graphical Communication Technical Support

H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS

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15 May 2020 at 12:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process pertains to a contract titled "Graphical Communication Technical Support," awarded by H M Revenue & Customs, a government entity based in Salford, England. The contract falls within the services category, specifically focusing on technical support services, with a total value of £100,000. The procurement method was a direct single tender action, and although the tender period ended on 11 May 2020, the contract is active and commenced on 12 May 2020, with an expected completion date of 12 November 2020.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small to medium enterprises, particularly those with expertise in graphic design and technical communication. Businesses that can effectively translate complex technical information into accessible graphics are well-suited to compete for such contracts. The requirement for outputs to support a business case for funding approval underlines the potential for growth and partnership with government agencies keen on clear and effective communication of IT developments.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Graphical Communication Technical Support

Notice Description

The supplier is to interpret the technical details of HMRC's IT technology stack now and planned for the future, then produce graphics to support understanding by technical lay-people (including Ministers) of the changes and the future pathway. The outputs are required for a business case going to the DG of CDIO Group by mid-April and then Treasury in July for funding approval booked before Parliament goes into Summer Recess. It's three months' work, using a small team from the supplier on an outcome basis.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc2bb96b-47a7-425f-8dcf-053d1c9e23a7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71356300 - Technical support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 May 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20205 years ago
Contract Period
11 May 2020 - 12 Nov 2020 6-12 months
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
H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M60 9LA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VISUAL MEANING

Further Information

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