Provision of Support and Maintenance for the Central Digital Platform

CABINET OFFICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of Support and Maintenance for the Central Digital Platform" was conducted by the Cabinet Office, located at 70 Whitehall, London, England. This procurement, classified under the IT services industry category and valued at £11,840,000, involves consultancy, software development, Internet, and support services. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process concluded on 4th April 2025, with the award made to Goaco Group Ltd on 25th April 2025. The contract spans from 21st April 2025 to 21st April 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the IT sector, particularly those specialising in digital platform support and maintenance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete for such tenders due to their agility and specialised skills, evidenced by Goaco Group Ltd, the supplier for this project. The contract's focus on continuous improvement highlights the chance for businesses to demonstrate innovative solutions and services, potentially leading to further collaborations with governmental bodies.

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Notice Title

Provision of Support and Maintenance for the Central Digital Platform

Notice Description

Support, maintenance and Continuous improvement service for the Central Digital Platform

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c08da63e-c374-4431-93a3-570671c8fbac
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
£11,840,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£11,840,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Apr 20251 years ago
Contract Period
20 Apr 2025 - 21 Apr 2027 2-3 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
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

GOACO GROUP

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