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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has extended a contract titled "Digital Corporate Services Extension" within the IT services industry category. This extension supports the Synergy Programme in the development of detailed Technical and Functional requirements for an ERP SaaS solution. The contract includes services such as digital, data, and technology digital specialist services and is set to commence on April 5, 2025, ending on March 31, 2026. The procurement stage is categorized as an 'Award Update' and 'Contract Update' with the last update on April 3, 2025. The contract was signed on April 2, 2025, following DWP's procurement method involving potential use of reverse auctions and the right to cancel at any stage. The contract value is £4,381,669 and is being delivered across the UK.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the IT services sector to grow by engaging in long-term and specialised digital services. Companies that offer ERP solutions and have expertise in technical consulting, software development, and internet support services are well-suited to compete. The involvement of large-scale suppliers like Cognizant Worldwide Ltd indicates a preference for experienced organisations capable of supporting complex digital transformation initiatives. Businesses with the capability to foster strong working relationships and ensure continuity in programme activity would be particularly competitive in this procurement.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Digital Corporate Services Extension

Notice Description

Lot Information

Lot 1

Digital, Data and Technology digital specialist services to support the Synergy Programme with development of accurate Technical and Functional detailed requirements that meet organisational and user needs in respect of an ERP SaaS solution.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04fd02
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012940-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,381,669 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Apr 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Apr 20251 years ago
Contract Period
5 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Not Specified
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

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
LONDON
Postcode
Not specified
Postcode Area
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

Cognizant Worldwide Ltd.

Cognizant Worldwide Lts

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