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Provision of Clearswift Portal Based Encryption for Email - PS/24/80

DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY

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02 Sep 2024 at 09:11

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Summary of the contracting process

The Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has concluded the procurement process for the Provision of Clearswift Portal Based Encryption for Email under the reference PS/24/80. This contract pertains to the IT software package industry category and is tailored to enhance email security through encryption. The procurement process was conducted using a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement, with the final award made on 28 August 2024. The contract, valued at £194,784.81, will commence on 1 October 2024 and continue until 30 September 2026, covering the location of Wales, United Kingdom. This process was in the award stage with the notice published for transparency on 2 September 2024.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in IT software and cybersecurity solutions, particularly large-scale enterprises such as the successful supplier, Bytes Software Services. By securing contracts of this nature, companies can leverage their expertise to deliver state-of-the-art encryption solutions, bolstering their reputation and opening avenues for further partnerships in the public sector. While the procurement was not marked suitable specifically for SMEs or VCSEs, similar entities with the requisite capability might consider pursuing future opportunities in this sector to expand their reach and impact.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Clearswift Portal Based Encryption for Email - PS/24/80

Notice Description

Award of contract has been completed via CCS Framework. Award notice published for transparency. Contract is for the Provision of Clearswift Portal Based Encryption for Email.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-75ad758d-2154-42da-ba61-66319b22e082
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e697761-4f76-4004-be1e-fb8a509ab8d4
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48517000 - IT software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£194,784 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£93,450 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2026 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
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

BYTES SOFTWARE SERVICES

Further Information

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