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Backlog reduction Programme - Communicating the case for change

CABINET OFFICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Cabinet Office has completed its procurement process titled "Backlog reduction Programme - Communicating the case for change," within the IT services industry category. This process, classified under CPV code 72000000, involved developing communications material and products. The tender, managed by Bloom Procurement Services Ltd, was carried out using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The project was valued at £99,997 and covered from 18 February 2025 to 31 March 2025, with all activities concentrated around the postcode NE1 2DS in Newcastle upon Tyne.

This tender presents a great opportunity for businesses involved in consulting, software development, internet, and support services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would particularly benefit due to the emphasis on suitability for SMEs. Companies geared towards short-term project engagements and possessing robust communication strategy capabilities would find this procurement project particularly advantageous. The award to Bloom Procurement Services Ltd signifies potential collaboration prospects for businesses looking to engage in similar future government contracts.

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Notice Title

Backlog reduction Programme - Communicating the case for change

Notice Description

Ernst & Young LLP (EY) have been appointed by Bloom Procurement Services Ltd on behalf of the Cabinet Office to undertake a short-term project to develop Comms material and products

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c84b1411-f9cc-40c2-94e1-c21232c296fb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/838ba75f-c43f-448b-b4bf-e8684e367c4e
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
SME

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
£99,997 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£99,997 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
18 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 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
CABINET OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AS
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

BLOOM PROCUREMENT SERVICES

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