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DOS 6

CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Commercial Service, a reputable UK government entity, has concluded the procurement process for the ‘DOS 6’ framework, which facilitates a pan-government collaborative framework agreement designed for digital outcomes and user research services. This involves substantial engagement with public sector bodies throughout the United Kingdom. Classified under the IT services industry category, this contract boasts a significant total value of £813,000,000 GBP. The procurement process employed the open procedure method, adhering to above-threshold standards, with the contract set to run from June 28, 2022, through June 27, 2026, allowing a transition to a replacement framework for uninterrupted service continuity.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT consulting, software development, and internet support to expand their portfolios and gain a foothold in the public sector market. Particularly, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this contract appealing due to the framework's suitability criteria. This arrangement serves as a compelling platform for delivering innovative digital solutions to public sector organisations, thereby fostering substantial growth opportunities for businesses aiming to deepen their engagement with governmental projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DOS 6

Notice Description

Crown Commercial Service as the contracting authority has put in place a pan government collaborative framework agreement for use by UK public sector bodies identified at VI.3) (and any future successors to these organisations). These bodies had a need for a compliant procurement vehicle to access digital outcomes and user research services. Additional information: 3 months extension from 27/3/2026 to allow for customers to complete (award) procurements already underway before framework expiry. New expiry date - 27/06/2026. Additionally this is also to facilitate a seamless crossover period to support the movement to a replacement framework that delivers the optimal customer and supplier experience. There is no uplift to the spend threshold or pricing as part of this extension.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a11afb6c-3bad-4773-9176-0ffaffda272d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e19ea023-118d-4ed7-aac8-1425b9188966
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£813,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£813,000,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jun 20223 years ago
Contract Period
27 Jun 2022 - 27 Jun 2026 4-5 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
CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

A LIST OF SUCCESSFUL SUPPLIERS CAN BE FOUND IN THE ATTACHMENTS A

Further Information

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