Award

API Exchange

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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31 Mar 2021 at 15:37

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "API Exchange," led by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), has been completed. This initiative falls under the IT services category, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The tender, which was awarded for a total value of £1,509,491, was initiated on 9th November 2020 and concluded its contract period on 8th November 2022. The tendering method utilised was selective, based on a call-off from a framework agreement. The relevant location for this contract is Blackpool, North East England.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses in the IT services sector, particularly those specialising in software development and API solutions. Companies offering innovative digital solutions and integration services would be well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. The DWP’s focus on API infrastructure illustrates a growing demand for robust technological partnerships, creating avenues for suppliers that can demonstrate their capability in delivering high-quality, scalable services.

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Notice Title

API Exchange

Notice Description

API Exchange" which compromises of a API Gateway and Portal allowing DWP colleagues to Discover APIs, Consume APIs and Publish APIs (for others to Discover and Consume).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b916f6ae-02ce-4dee-96da-44d2cb1c4a24
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6158cd3f-0482-4510-8633-7340a006e6d6
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
Not specified
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
£1,509,491 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,509,491 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Nov 20205 years ago
Contract Period
9 Nov 2020 - 8 Nov 2022 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
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
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY4 5ES
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Stanley
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KONG

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