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Supply Chain Catalyst

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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20 Mar 2026 at 12:02

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16 Dec 2025 at 18:41

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has successfully awarded the "Supply Chain Catalyst" contract, focusing on enhancing supply chain visibility with IT services, consultancy, software development, and internet support. The procurement process fell under the "selective" method, implemented through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract was awarded to Moody's, starting on 28th December 2025 and concluding on 27th December 2026. Situated in Blackpool within the North West region of the United Kingdom, the process reached completion through its award phase dated 20th March 2026, following a tender period that ended on 19th November 2025.

This contract presents tangible growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, especially those focusing on supply chain visibility. Companies with expertise in software development and consulting within the IT sector should find this contract particularly beneficial. Given the procurement method and the inclusion within a framework agreement, this tender sets a precedent for SMEs looking to secure high-value contracts, as evidenced by its suitability for smaller enterprises. Businesses operating within the North West region may have better logistical advantages due to the delivery addresses specified in Blackpool.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply Chain Catalyst

Notice Description

Provision of the Supply Chain Catalyst service to support supply chain visibility within DWP

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32166d72-68b7-42a5-ae1d-b1513e6e14f8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
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
£997,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Dec 20254 months ago
Contract Period
28 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 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

MOODY'S

Further Information

Notice Documents

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