con_31681 Microsoft Dynamics Development Programme

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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10 Jun 2026 at 12:54

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by the Department for Education entails the "con_31681 Microsoft Dynamics Development Programme", aimed at IT services, specifically consulting and software development. This contract involves collaboration with the Infrastructure and Platform division to enhance Dynamics 365 capabilities, aligning with agile and Government Digital Services (GDS) standards across various project phases. Active as of 11th May 2026, the project will run until 10th May 2029 and is applicable globally, including the UK, Europe, and beyond. The procurement followed a selective method, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. The award phase, completed with NTT DATA UK Ltd as the supplier, reflects a substantial contract valued at £19,000,000.

This tender fosters significant opportunities for businesses adept in IT services, particularly those specialising in Microsoft Dynamics 365. Companies with expertise in agile development and digital service delivery are ideal candidates for such projects. Given the scope and global reach of the programme, as well as the substantial investment involved, SMEs focused on technology solutions can find a pathway to scaling operations and gaining a foothold in government digital projects. The Department for Education stands as a key buyer, presenting a reputable and influential partnership opportunity in the public sector IT landscape.

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Notice Title

con_31681 Microsoft Dynamics Development Programme

Notice Description

Contract with a Dynamics 365 partner to work with the Infrastructure and Platform (IP) division to provide Dynamics technical and delivery development and capability to deliver Agile, Government Digital service (GDS) aligned services through: Discovery, Alpha and Beta phases on a call-off basis.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-eb02660c-b4b8-459c-b314-ee846a5ac11d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d397a23-e7ef-4c9a-bc38-2a88a093ff84
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
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£19,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 10 May 2029 3-4 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
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

NTT DATA

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