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DWP ADFS Migration

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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07 Aug 2025 at 10:46

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Summary of the contracting process

The contract for the provision of a service to support ADFS Migration activities has been awarded by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). This procurement falls under the IT services category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The project location is situated in the North West region of England, with key activities set to take place at DWP's Peel Park Control Centre in Blackpool. The procurement process for this contract was initiated through a selective method, calling off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 1st July 2025, followed by the contract period beginning on 1st August 2025 and expected to end by 31st March 2026. The contract value is estimated at £281,930 GBP, with the supplier being Cavendish Wood, an SME based in Manchester.

This award presents lucrative opportunities for businesses within the IT services sector, especially those specialising in consultancy and software development. With the emphasis on migration activities, firms skilled in these areas stand a good chance of future partnerships or subcontracting opportunities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this project particularly suited to their offerings, enhancing their portfolio and visibility within governmental IT projects. The structured approach through a framework agreement offers streamlined processes, thereby fostering a collaborative environment for business growth and innovation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DWP ADFS Migration

Notice Description

Provision of a service to support ADFS Migration activities

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c986f259-ff59-42a2-ba7f-2e8d60d971c2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2659f1dd-5239-4162-aaba-9a345f96256c
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, VCSE
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
£281,930 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£140,965 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
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
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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Stanley
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAVENDISH WOOD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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