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Unified Identity Management

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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15 Dec 2025 at 15:40

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions successfully completed the procurement process for a "Unified Identity Management" solution, awarded to Bluefort Security. This procurement, categorised under IT services, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support, was conducted using a selective call-off from a framework agreement. The project is set in the North West region of the United Kingdom, with the contract commencing on 5th January 2026 and concluding on 4th January 2027. The tender process was finalised on 28th November 2025, with an estimated contract value of £1,045,000 GBP.

This award represents a significant opportunity for IT service providers, particularly those specialising in security and identity management solutions. Businesses that offer advanced technological services and have experience working within governmental frameworks will find this contract conducive to their growth. Larger enterprises or those beyond the SME and VCSE classification will likely find this tender matches their capabilities, providing further scope for developing sustainable and innovative solutions in public sector IT infrastructure. The structured nature of the procurement method highlights a focus on reliability and proven capability, making it an attractive prospect for established firms in the industry.

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Notice Title

Unified Identity Management

Notice Description

Unified Identity Management Software provided via GCloud.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-765ec40e-dc26-4d0d-ab21-7b701a59267b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06764e90-00d9-4a43-ac79-037c76fe9d93
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£1,045,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,045,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 4 Jan 2027 6-12 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M2 3AA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLUEFORT SECURITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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