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Software for Automation Testing

OFSTED

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30 Jun 2020 at 09:35

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the provision of software for automation testing was conducted by Ofsted, with the title "Software for Automation Testing." This project falls under the industry category of software package and information systems. The contract was awarded to Specialist Computer Centres PLC, with the award published on 30th June 2020. The initial tender period concluded on 24th April 2020, and the contract duration is set from 18th May 2020 to 17th May 2021. The procurement method utilized was a selective process via a call-off from the Technology Products & Associated Services Framework Agreement (RM6068), specifically Lot 3.

This tender presents opportunities, particularly for businesses that specialise in software development and automation solutions, allowing them to enhance their service offerings within the public sector. As this contract has been awarded, it highlights the competitive landscape for similarly skilled firms aiming to engage with Ofsted or other public organisations in future tenders. Companies with experience in providing innovative IT solutions, especially those familiar with framework agreements, would greatly benefit from closely monitoring upcoming procurement processes of this nature.

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Notice Title

Software for Automation Testing

Notice Description

Please note that this contract has already been awarded and that this contract is being published for transparency purposes only. Call Off from Call-Off Contract under the Technology Products & Associated Services Framework Agreement (RM6068), Lot 3 - Software and Associated Services. This contract is for the provision of software for automation testing for Ofsted.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d8b3876-1375-4e29-b65c-61c16c97f053
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£14,121 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£14,121 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20205 years ago
Contract Period
17 May 2020 - 17 May 2021 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
OFSTED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 2WD
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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