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Software and Licence Procurement

DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY

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02 Mar 2022 at 12:27

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Summary of the contracting process

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Software and Licence Procurement". This procurement falls under the IT services sector with a CPV classification of 72000000. Located in Swansea, England, the procurement was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract has a total value of £14,904,550 and commenced on 29th November 2021, concluding on 28th November 2023. The tender period ended on 26th November 2021, and the contract has been awarded to Softcat Ltd.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in software supply, particularly those that specialise in providing end user, enterprise, developer, and assistive technology software. Companies that can demonstrate best value for money and have the capability to meet seasonal demands are well-suited to compete. Additionally, suppliers should be prepared to provide detailed documentation and manage compliance regarding software licensing terms and conditions as outlined in the contract requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Software and Licence Procurement

Notice Description

DVSA awarded a contract for the purchase of all software and licences, with the exception of Microsoft products, for existing and new requirements. Although, there might be exceptions to this rule. The purchases include end user software; enterprise software; developer software; specialist software and assistive technology software. Scope of Requirement: - The supplier must take advantage of any Government Framework offers and pass the benefits onto DVSA. - The supplier must be able to demonstrate they have provided best value for money and can meet any seasonal demands. - The supplier must provide the authority with advice on how they will communicate changes and any implications of those changes to licence terms and conditions to the Authority. - The supplier must manage and mitigate risks and ensure the Authority is compliant and does not have a surplus of licences or licences that are out of date and have been replaced by a more up to date option/product. - There is no requirement for the supplier to manage the licences/software. - The supplier must provide copies of licence/software documentation e.g.EULAs,PURs, Licence Keys, Copy of Contract. - There is no guarantee that current licences will be required/renewed moving forwards. - The provision of quotes and provisioning of software must meet the SLA targets set out in the requirements. - Some members of staff working on DVSA requirements will have to obtain BPSS level security checks within 3 months from the contract commencement date. You will be guided by DVSA on this. For further information please refer to: National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5aabc3b4-2dae-4af6-bde6-465668ee185a
Current Stage
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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
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
£14,904,550 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£14,904,550 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
29 Nov 2021 - 28 Nov 2023 1-2 years
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
DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA1 8AN
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Neath and Swansea East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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