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Specialist Technology Services

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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18 Dec 2018 at 15:14

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has recently completed a procurement process for Specialist Technology Services, classified under IT services such as consulting, software development, and internet support. This tender was initiated under a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 5th July 2018, while the contract commenced on 11th July 2018 and will run until 10th July 2020. The services are set to be delivered across various locations, including the UK and British Overseas Territories, reflecting a broad engagement area for potential suppliers.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand into the education sector, particularly those specialising in IT services. With a contract value of £4 million, businesses that can provide consultancy, software development, or support services tailored to educational institutions would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging with the Department for Education can lead to long-term partnerships, making this an attractive opportunity for SMEs focused on innovation and technology in education.

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Notice Title

Specialist Technology Services

Notice Description

Specialist Technology Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e9434543-17f5-489d-bc58-8e33e32c99bd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61801fb0-2ee5-4c4d-9091-d471d384e746
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
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jul 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jul 20187 years ago
Contract Period
10 Jul 2018 - 10 Jul 2020 2-3 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 EDUCATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
chris.harris@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 2WT
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TALENT INTERNATIONAL (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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