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Cloud Skytap Services

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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05 Dec 2024 at 14:26

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has completed the award stage of its procurement process for the "Cloud Skytap Services" contract, which falls under the Software Programming and Consultancy Services industry category (CPV 72200000). This selective procurement, conducted via a call-off from a framework agreement, aims to provide cloud-based application environments for the combined CPS, LMS, and LMS MIS services. The contract, valued at £109,890.56, will commence on 1 January 2025 and conclude on 31 December 2025. The tender process officially ended on 24 October 2024, with the award date being the same.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for technology and IT service businesses, particularly those specialising in cloud solutions and software development. SMEs are encouraged to engage due to the suitability criteria. The contract with IBM highlights the priority for substantial expertise in delivering cloud services, making it an attractive opportunity for businesses aiming to expand their footprint in public sector contracts and cloud infrastructure provision. The multi-regional scope, including the United Kingdom and various territories, further amplifies the potential for extensive business development and market reach.

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Notice Title

Cloud Skytap Services

Notice Description

12 month contract for IBM Cloud for Skytap Solutions providing cloud-based application environments for the combined CPS, LMS and LMS MIS services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ad6acc59-d0fe-46c5-be11-41a50c4557d3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/86de3aae-5aa4-432b-a4ec-e74f8981c23b
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

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£109,890 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£109,890 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 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

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
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M2 3AA
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IBM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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