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Migration of automations from UIPath to PowerAutomate Desktop (PAD)

OFSTED

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17 Jul 2025 at 14:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Ofsted involved the migration of automations from UIPath to PowerAutomate Desktop (PAD), which aligns with their existing Microsoft technology stack. This process falls under the industry category of software package and information systems and encompasses multiple regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. The contract was awarded to BluePrint, a large supplier based in Toronto, Canada. This direct procurement, carried out below the competition threshold, reached completion with contract documentation published on 17 July 2025. The contracting period is set from 1 August 2025 to 30 March 2026, with a gross contract value of £36,000.

This tender represents an opportunity for businesses specialising in software migration and automation solutions, particularly those with a strong alignment to Microsoft products and platforms. Companies experienced in integrating or managing transitions between software systems, particularly within public sector frameworks, would be well-suited to explore similar opportunities in the future. The procurement process demonstrates the potential for international firms, like BluePrint, to engage with UK-based public authorities, opening doors to further collaboration and growth in the government's digitalisation efforts.

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Notice Title

Migration of automations from UIPath to PowerAutomate Desktop (PAD)

Notice Description

Migration of automations from UIPath to PowerAutomate Desktop (PAD) which will provide the benefit of aligning with our existing Microsoft technology stack.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056179
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041038-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 30 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFSTED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
info-contracts@ofsted.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 2WD
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLUEPRINT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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