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Optical Recognition and Complex Analysis

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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24 Jul 2020 at 14:36

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions, based in Blackpool, has successfully completed the procurement process for the project titled "Optical Recognition and Complex Analysis". This tender falls within the IT services industry, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, and support. The procurement was conducted using a selective method and took place under a framework agreement. The contract, awarded on 15th July 2020, has a total value of £92,500 and spans from 20th July to 19th November 2020. The tender period concluded on 14th July 2020.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, especially those with capabilities in developing bespoke software solutions such as Optical Character Recognition (OCR) systems. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) that can provide innovative approaches within the technology sector would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar future tenders. Engaging with government contracts can enable these businesses to expand their client base and enhance their visibility within the public sector marketplace.

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Notice Title

Optical Recognition and Complex Analysis

Notice Description

Complete the development of a bespoke OCR solution

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37cf8b9b-9c7c-45f6-8654-d12c51327dbf
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
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
£92,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£92,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jul 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20205 years ago
Contract Period
19 Jul 2020 - 19 Nov 2020 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
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 8ES
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DEMARQ

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