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DDaT Software - ServiceNow + Additional OKTA

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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19 Feb 2026 at 10:18

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has concluded a procurement process for IT services involving the provision of OKTA Enterprise and ServiceNow. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The awarded contract covers a one-year period from 31 December 2025 to 30 December 2026, with the award date being 22 December 2025. This IT services tender, classified under the CPV code 72000000, was initially initiated in the form of a tender. The service is to be delivered at the DCMS location in London, England, identified by postal code SW1A 2BQ. Softcat Plc has been announced as the supplier with a contract value set at £202,452.73.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in consulting, software development, and internet solutions. Organisations that are small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are suitable candidates for similar contracts. By engaging in such governmental contracts, businesses can enhance their portfolios, gain prestigious clients, and expand their market presence, thereby fostering significant business growth. Additionally, firms like Softcat Plc, with considerable experience and scale, demonstrate that successful participation can lead to substantial financial rewards and reputable business collaborations with prominent government departments such as DCMS.

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Notice Title

DDaT Software - ServiceNow + Additional OKTA

Notice Description

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide OKTA Enterprise and Service Now

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-81140331-550c-48b4-bd97-841d15e268b2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66344af0-8dca-4204-9c84-d55c02a060c0
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
£202,452 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£202,452 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
22 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
31 Dec 2025 - 30 Dec 2026 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 CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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