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FED Optical Character Recognition (OCR) Solution - Phase 2

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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29 Jan 2021 at 17:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions is seeking contractors for the FED Optical Character Recognition (OCR) Solution - Phase 2 project, which involves developing a bespoke OCR solution aimed at addressing fraud, error, and debt issues. This contract falls under the IT services category and has an estimated value of £75,000. The procurement process has concluded, with the contract period running from 25 January 2021 to 16 April 2021, having been awarded on 25 January 2021. The tender was conducted through a selective procurement method via a framework agreement, and the delivery location is in the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in IT services, software development, and consulting to expand their market presence. Businesses with expertise in developing OCR technologies, software solutions, and related services would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. Engaging with projects like this can enhance technological capabilities and establish long-term relationships with government entities, thus contributing to sustained business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FED Optical Character Recognition (OCR) Solution - Phase 2

Notice Description

Phase 2 development of a replacement bespoke Optical Character Recognition (OCR) Solution for Fraud Error and Debt.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-85a08480-b162-4b99-b8e5-c914cc1bdae2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e132b392-5ec9-421e-8c07-48866b82a3d6
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
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
25 Jan 2021 - 16 Apr 2021 1-6 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
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
cddigital.crcfteam@dwp.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9NA
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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DEMARQ

Further Information

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