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Defra's Accessibility Contract 2022

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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21 Oct 2022 at 14:06

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has awarded a contract for their IT software package titled "Defra's Accessibility Contract 2022". This procurement falls under the IT software package industry category and has a contract value of £600,000. The procurement method used was selective, with the tender issued as a call-off from a framework agreement. The award date was 20th October 2022, with a contract period starting on 1st November 2022 and ending on 31st October 2024.

This contracting opportunity with Defra provides a chance for businesses specialised in IT accessibility services to engage with a government entity. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are encouraged to participate. The contract presents a valuable opportunity for companies aiming to enhance their presence in the IT software package sector and gain experience in managing accessibility requirements for government projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Defra's Accessibility Contract 2022

Notice Description

Defra and its arms length bodies are constantly developing new software and adding new features to existing services. DDTS need to check that these all meet the standard accessibility requirements, (Standards - WCAG 2.1 (or 2.2 when it comes out) to AA). Therefore, DDTS would like a supplier to better manage as an independent external auditing company to oversee audits and overall improve Defra "accessibility posture". Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. "

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4c9fb9-595d-447b-ad96-67e9d0cd35a3
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48517000 - IT software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Oct 20223 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2022 - 31 Oct 2024 2-3 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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
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

DIGITAL ACCESSIBILITY CENTRE

Further Information

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