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Remediation Unit - Automation

POST OFFICE

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23 Feb 2025 at 21:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Post Office, based in London, has completed the procurement process for the "Remediation Unit - Automation" project, falling under the IT services industry category. This project entails the development of automated processes for the Remediation Unit to fast-track compensation payments to eligible Postmasters. The award stage concluded with the contract being granted to Accenture (UK) Limited, with the contract period spanning from 27 January 2025 to 11 July 2025. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the total contract value is £484,050.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in IT consulting, software development, and support services. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the contract aligns well with their capabilities. Engaging in such projects can lead to new client relationships, an enhanced portfolio, and increased market presence in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Remediation Unit - Automation

Notice Description

Development to automate the Remediation Unit processes in order to be able to process information quicker in order to pay compensation to eligible Postmasters that apply via one of the schemes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bb53e2ca-c6c5-4ca8-9609-893a3183ac93
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7db31c5-e21e-41c5-9860-fb54982b592a
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, VCSE
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
£484,050 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£484,050 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
27 Jan 2025 - 11 Jul 2025 1-6 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
POST OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@postoffice.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2V 7ER
Post Town
Central 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
TLI London

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Bassishaw
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACCENTURE (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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