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DDaT26128 - Automated DevOps Software Package

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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20 Mar 2026 at 10:06

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involved the UK Research and Innovation organisation, with its registered office in Swindon, UK. The title of the contract is "DDaT26128 - Automated DevOps Software Package," primarily in the industry category of goods, specifically within industry-specific software packages and computer-related professional services. The procurement method utilised was direct, below threshold and without competition, as there were no technically acceptable alternatives on the market. The award was officially dated 20th March 2026, with the contract period running from 31st March 2026 to 31st March 2027. Situated in the United Kingdom, these details represent a completed procurement stage where Gearset Limited was selected as the supplier.

This contract presents growth opportunities specifically for large businesses in the software development sector, offering automated DevOps solutions. Companies with expertise in industry-specific software packages and associated professional services are well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. As the procurement process was concluded directly due to the uniqueness of the offering, businesses should focus on developing niche market solutions that could be seen as technically matchless alternatives. Engaging with organisations like UK Research and Innovation can pave the way for collaborations and visibility in government-led projects, thereby enhancing business reputation and capability within the public sector.

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Notice Title

DDaT26128 - Automated DevOps Software Package

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded without competition because there are no technically acceptable alternatives on the market UK Research and Innovation had a requirement for a Automated DevOps Software Package.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066ff4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025594-2026
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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

48100000 - Industry specific software package

72590000 - Computer-related professional services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£14,040 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GEARSET

Further Information

Notice Documents

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