DDaT25120 Provision of an E-Learning Platform for ICS Digital

ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

AwardUpdate

13 May 2026 at 09:30

Award

26 Jun 2025 at 11:52

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, represented by ICS on behalf of DSIT and DESNZ, has concluded a procurement process for the provision of an E-Learning Platform, specifically Pluralsight licences. This procurement falls under the software package and information systems category (CPV 48000000) and was executed through a call-off from the G-Cloud 14 (RM1557.14) framework agreement. The contract, which has now reached the award update stage, has been extended and is active from 12th June 2025 until 11th June 2027, covering locations throughout the UK and internationally, including British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, and the Isle of Man. With a total contract value not exceeding £38,569, the procurement method selected was selective, indicating a controlled tender process.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in digital learning solutions and software packages to establish a relationship with a prominent governmental body. Particularly, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are positioned to benefit due to the contract's suitability requirements, although the contract was ultimately awarded to Softcat Limited, a large supplier. Businesses with expertise in developing and supplying software and e-learning platforms can gain substantial exposure and industry credibility by engaging in similar procurement processes, benefiting from the targeted approach of call-off framework agreements.

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Notice Title

DDaT25120 Provision of an E-Learning Platform for ICS Digital

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** Department for Energy Security and Net Zero had a requirement for the provision of Pluralsight licences . This procurement is being concluded under the G-Cloud 14 (RM1557.14) framework. Variation 001 has been implemented to extend the current call-off contract by an additional 12-month period. The new call-off contract end date shall be 11th June 2027. The new total call-off contract value shall not exceed PS38,569.00 ex VAT.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bdc3d5cb-cc81-41dd-b6ef-80296d73fee4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/440b6f26-5f01-42e8-8e9a-fc1ffb5390a2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£38,569 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£57,853 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20251 years ago
Contract Period
11 Jun 2025 - 11 Jun 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
ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN1 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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