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Provision of Accessibility Audit Testing & User for DVLA's Digital Services

DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY

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06 Jul 2021 at 13:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) in Swansea, Wales, has completed a procurement process titled "Provision of Accessibility Audit Testing & User for DVLA's Digital Services". This process falls under the services category, specifically focusing on Computer audit and testing services, with an estimated contract value of £60,000. The contract was awarded on 12 February 2021 and is set to run from 15 February 2021 to 14 February 2023. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in accessibility testing and digital services to engage with a prominent government agency. Businesses with expertise in conducting user testing and accessibility audits will find this procurement particularly relevant, as it ensures that DVLA's digital services meet the necessary accessibility standards. Competing for such contracts can enhance a firm's portfolio, demonstrate commitment to inclusivity, and ultimately foster business growth through the establishment of valuable contracts with public sector clients.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Accessibility Audit Testing & User for DVLA's Digital Services

Notice Description

DVLA have an ongoing requirement to be able to demonstrate that we have tested DVLA's Digital Services with users who have access needs as part of the GDS Service Standard Assessments. The contract will be for 2 years with the estimated Contract Value anticipated to be PS60,000.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/369e4141-ca15-429e-ae00-a5cc601d6241
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

72800000 - Computer audit and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20215 years ago
Contract Period
15 Feb 2021 - 14 Feb 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
DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA6 7JL
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
Mynydd-bach
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE DIGITAL ACCESSIBILITY CENTRE

Further Information

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