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ecm_12604 Identity and Trust Augmented Resources

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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04 Dec 2024 at 11:40

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has awarded a contract titled "ecm_12604 Identity and Trust Augmented Resources" for the provision of DDaT Resources for Identity and Trust Services. This contract falls under the IT services category, including consulting, software development, Internet, and support (CPV: 72000000). The procurement process was conducted using a selective method through a framework agreement. The contract is valued at £7.9 million, with a minimum value of £6.32 million, and it will cover regions including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and other global locations. The tender was completed, and the contract period is from 1st February 2025 to 31st January 2027. The procurement stage is the award stage, with the award published on 4th December 2024, following the award date of 2nd December 2024.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those who can augment DWP's capabilities in identity and trust services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, given the focus on a diverse supplier base. Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited, a large-scale company, has been awarded this contract, highlighting the potential for other similar-sized businesses or specialised IT consultancies to secure government contracts through selective procurement and framework agreements. This could lead to business growth in terms of revenue, market reach, and expertise in public sector IT services. The substantial contract value and long-term engagement provide a stable and lucrative opportunity for the chosen supplier.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ecm_12604 Identity and Trust Augmented Resources

Notice Description

Provision of DDaT Resources for DWP Identity and Trust Services.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f9e5df54-49f1-478f-82b2-8ee31b36e1e6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4cda670-730b-4ab0-a1cf-847f4b1480ba
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
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
£7,900,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£6,320,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2027 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
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
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY4 5ES
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Stanley
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

METHODS BUSINESS AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

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