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Universal Credit Accessibility Audit

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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24 Oct 2018 at 11:27

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) seeking an audit of Universal Credit Full Service (UCFS) to ensure compliance and accessibility of online content. This tender, titled "Universal Credit Accessibility Audit," falls under the category of computer audit services and has a total value of £40,225. The procurement method utilised was selective, operating through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 1 October 2018, while the contract period spans from 1 October 2018 to 31 January 2019. The buying organisation is based in London, England.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in accessibility auditing and compliance services, particularly those with experience in assistive technologies and WCAG standards. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly suited to compete for this contract, as indicated by the suitability provisions. Companies capable of delivering comprehensive audit services that enhance digital accessibility could greatly benefit from participating in this process, thereby contributing to the DWP’s aim of improving its online services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Universal Credit Accessibility Audit

Notice Description

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) needs an audit of Universal Credit Full Service (UCFS) to ensure the online content is compliant and accessible, works with assistive technologies and meets WCAG 2.1 level AA.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2ce6390-508a-4ab5-a3da-250df1c5a453
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72810000 - Computer audit services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,225 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£40,225 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Sep 20187 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2018 - 31 Jan 2019 1-6 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
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9NA
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

NOMENSA

Further Information

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