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DWP CipherTrust Secrets Management licencing

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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03 Apr 2025 at 08:07

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has completed a selective tender process for its "DWP CipherTrust Secrets Management licensing" project, classified under the software package and information systems industry category. The procurement method was a call-off from a framework agreement, and the contract was awarded to CDW Ltd on 26th March 2025. The contract, which started on 24th March 2025, will run until 23rd March 2026. The total contract value is £100,000, with a minimum value of £83,207.58. The project will be delivered in North East, United Kingdom, with key postal code FY4 5ES. This procurement announcement was published on 3rd April 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software systems and information technology solutions to provide enhanced support services. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process indicates their suitability for involvement. CDW Ltd, a large-scale supplier located in London, has secured the contract, highlighting the competitive nature of the tender and the importance of robust solutions to meet DWP's requirements. Businesses with expertise in software package management, particularly in secrets management and licensing, will find this tender a potential avenue for growth and collaboration with a major governmental organisation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DWP CipherTrust Secrets Management licencing

Notice Description

Ciphertrust Secrets Management Licence and Enhanced Support

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43fb8910-143b-4055-8633-0ec0d244b0cb
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
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

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£83,207 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
24 Mar 2025 - 23 Mar 2026 6-12 months
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
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Stanley
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CDW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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