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FAS IT Testing Delivery Manager 1

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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27 Apr 2022 at 12:37

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) initiated the procurement process titled "FAS IT Testing Delivery Manager 1", which falls under the industry category of Computer support and consultancy services. Located in the North West region of the United Kingdom, the procurement is currently at the award stage following its completion. The tender period ended on 18th February 2022, with the contract having commenced from 19th April 2022 and set to conclude by 18th April 2023. The contract was awarded to ROQ Limited with a total value of £212,160, following a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in IT services and quality assurance processes. Businesses adept in managing large-scale IT programmes and testing services will find this procurement appealing, particularly those with experience in collaborating with governmental bodies and third-party suppliers. Engaging in such tenders not only enhances reputational standing but also allows these businesses to build long-term relationships within public sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FAS IT Testing Delivery Manager 1

Notice Description

The supplier will manage the test & quality assurance aspects of a large-scale programme. Working with the various functional units of DWP FAS, internal teams (Technology Services, PIP CS, Service Management) & 3rd party suppliers for ASIS-IT (Atos) and PIP-IT (new supplier) Managed Services. The Test Manager will establish the Programme Test Strategy & Plan and manage the plan through to the cutover to the FAS Contracts on 1st August 2023. The strategy & plan will not only cover the testing activities and accountability but when they need to be completed by and by whom (internal, 3rd party IT suppliers and Health Professionals and Back Office staff) and will include, but are not limited to, service specific testing, performance/loading testing, security testing, ITHC, accessibility testing, integration testing, data migration testing, end-to-end testing, functional testing, other NFR testing.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-de5ee07b-3007-438e-8258-daffd0f98e70
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36425b3b-d056-494a-a67b-db9a8e1435c9
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

72610000 - Computer support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£212,160 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Feb 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20223 years ago
Contract Period
18 Apr 2022 - 18 Apr 2023 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
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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROQ

Further Information

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