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LAA Bench Model Technical Architecture Services

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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28 May 2025 at 11:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process detailed here involves the Ministry of Justice engaging Cognizant Ltd for the provision of LAA Bench Model Technical Architecture Services. This tender, categorised under software maintenance and repair services, employs a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The award stage has been reached, and the contract, valued at approximately £4,846,080, is set for a period starting on 15th May 2025 and concluding on 14th November 2027. The buying organisation is based in London, England, and the services are to be delivered across various regions including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The tender is tailored predominantly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Key dates of note include the award date on 19th May 2025, with the process officially documented on 28th May 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in software maintenance and repair services. Businesses that are well-versed in technical architecture support services can leverage this contract to establish or expand their service offerings with a major government body. The scale and breadth of geographical coverage may enable participating businesses to not only gain substantial financial returns but also enhance their reputation and expertise handling public sector contracts. Additionally, the extended contract duration allows for strategic planning and long-term investment in resources and personnel, potentially paving the way for further opportunities within the Ministry of Justice and related sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

LAA Bench Model Technical Architecture Services

Notice Description

Data specialists to support the Technical Architecture Services by Cognizant

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b90a1364-55f5-48e4-8232-f1273a125b87
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5b79a0a-ccc6-403e-b231-65c3492e513f
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

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

CPV Codes

72267000 - Software maintenance and repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,846,080 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,846,080 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
14 May 2025 - 14 Nov 2027 2-3 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
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
SW1H 9AJ
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

COGNIZANT

Further Information

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