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DDaT Capability-as-a-Service: Service Type 2-Programme, Operations and Delivery Management

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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10 Feb 2026 at 12:51

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA), based in London, has successfully completed the procurement process titled "DDaT Capability-as-a-Service: Service Type 2-Programme, Operations and Delivery Management." This initiative, valued at £27,000,000, falls under the IT services industry category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract's period extends from 9th February 2026 to 8th February 2030, and the award stage was completed on 10th February 2026, with UBDS IT Consulting Limited being the selected supplier. Procurement areas include the United Kingdom and international regions such as the Channel Islands and Europe.

This tender provides significant business growth opportunities, particularly for IT consulting firms that specialise in programme and delivery management services. The involvement in providing digital data and technology capabilities represents a strategic opportunity for businesses aiming to enhance their footprint in government contracts. The nature of the procurement, supportive of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), makes it especially advantageous for companies in this segment of the market to engage. The framework agreement approach signifies a stable, long-term engagement opportunity, enabling businesses to build a sustainable relationship with DEFRA over the four-year period.

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Notice Title

DDaT Capability-as-a-Service: Service Type 2-Programme, Operations and Delivery Management

Notice Description

DDaT Capability-as-a-Service for Programme, Operations and Delivery Management capabilities

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e434b15e-3d29-4b23-a86a-e014a2e921d5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/279d633f-49aa-45d2-8457-8993c2308a13
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
Not specified

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
£27,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£27,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2026 - 8 Feb 2030 4-5 years
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 ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
DEFRA
Contact Email
defra.helpline@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03459335577

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
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

UBDS IT CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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