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Automated testing for GOV.UK publishing applications

GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE

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12 Dec 2017 at 13:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The Government Digital Service is undertaking a procurement process for "Automated testing for GOV.UK publishing applications," focusing on computer-related services. This tender is currently in the award stage, with an awarded contract value of £92,800. The service delivery is set to take place in London, with the contract period commencing from 23rd October 2017 to 30th March 2018. The procurement method is selective, using a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period has concluded, with the end date marked on 9th October 2017.

This opportunity allows businesses, particularly those specialising in computer support, consultancy, and audit services, to expand their operational footprint. Companies that can develop automated functional tests and have expertise with Rspec and Capybara would be well-suited for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, leveraging their agility and innovative capabilities to compete effectively in this niche market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Automated testing for GOV.UK publishing applications

Notice Description

Testers and developers needed to understand the behaviours of our publishing applications and write new automated functional tests for them. The team would perform some exploratory testing and automate the tests to fit in with our Rspec and Capybara-based testing framework. Appropriate training and instruction will be provided

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9fe152b3-e02c-4328-867b-1c41b0ce789b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89d4b072-7425-4ecb-8488-4b41e0075087
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72500000 - Computer-related services

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

72800000 - Computer audit and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£92,800 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£92,800 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Oct 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Oct 20178 years ago
Contract Period
22 Oct 2017 - 30 Mar 2018 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
GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E1 8DX
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Whitechapel
Westminster Constituency
Bethnal Green and Stepney

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MADE TECH

Further Information

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