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Vercida Online Jobs Board 2024-2025

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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02 Apr 2025 at 16:55

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20 Mar 2025 at 16:03

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions has completed the procurement process for the 12-month provision of the Vercida Online Jobs Board 2024-2025, classified under education and training services (CPV code 80000000). This process utilised a direct procurement method via single tender action below threshold, resulting in an award valued at £20,000. The project spans territories including British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and United Kingdom. Key dates include the contract period from 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2025, with the tender period ending on 31 December 2024. The awarded contract was published on 20 March 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, especially for SMEs and VCSEs. The procurement method and simplified tender actions benefit smaller entities aiming to expand their footprint in the education and training services sector. Businesses focussing on digital job board services, candidate placement, and online recruitment platforms are well-suited to compete for similar contracts with the Department for Work and Pensions. Engaging in such projects can bolster their portfolios and enhance their visibility within a broader geographical market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Vercida Online Jobs Board 2024-2025

Notice Description

12 MONTH PROVISION OF VERCIDA ONLINE JOBS BOARD

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9a29a0d5-2dd4-4d00-8fc5-a0c365c9d673
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07ffd3c9-dfee-43d6-8d67-0d8538b2505b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
19 Mar 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 6-12 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
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

VERCIDA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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