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Vocational Qualification Management System

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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23 Jan 2025 at 11:31

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice, based in London, has completed the procurement process for the provision of a Vocational Qualification Management System (VQMS). This contract, intended to support the Probation Service in assessing learners completing qualifications, falls under the industry category of system management software packages. The awarded contract, with a total value of £300,000, has been given to Skillwise UK Limited. Key dates include the contract award date of 21 January 2025 and the contract period from 25 January 2025 to 24 January 2027. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender was suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender provides significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs specialising in software management systems. Businesses that offer proficient and scalable system management software solutions would be well-suited to compete for such contracts. Engaging in frameworks and call-off agreements like this can lead to long-term partnerships and establish a solid presence within the governmental sector, enhancing business reputation and opening avenues for future contracts.

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Notice Title

Vocational Qualification Management System

Notice Description

The contract is for the provision of Vocational Qualification Management Systems (VQMS) to support the Probation Service in assessing learners who are completing qualifications.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a32c72b6-af66-4dc0-835f-95608955d697
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c54416d9-e48e-4580-986f-1a795a5bf246
Current Stage
Award
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48781000 - System management software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
25 Jan 2025 - 24 Jan 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SKILLWISE

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