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title: "WP1676- SMS Provider for GOV.UK Notify"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-02803c4b-b7c1-45c2-97f6-6b333dfbfe1d"
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# WP1676- SMS Provider for GOV.UK Notify

Buyer: GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-02803c4b-b7c1-45c2-97f6-6b333dfbfe1d

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## Summary

The procurement process concerns the Government Digital Service's tender for the project "WP1676- SMS Provider for GOV.UK Notify" aimed at providing SMS services as part of a multi-channel digital communications platform utilised by UK public sector service teams. This initiative falls under the IT services category and is located in London, United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £800,000, was awarded following a selective procurement method, with the tender period closing on 11 January 2019 and the contract commencing on 18 January 2019, lasting until 17 January 2020.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the IT services sector, particularly those specialising in communications, software development, and support services. Businesses that can demonstrate expertise in providing digital communication solutions and have the capability to fulfil the contract requirements are well-suited to compete. Engaging with this project can lead to further collaborations in the public sector, contributing to growth and expansion opportunities.

## Notice

GOV.UK Notify is a multi-channel digital communications platform that UK public sector service teams can use to send emails, text messages, and letters to users of their service. These messages will typically be status updates, requests for action, receipts of applications or supporting information, and reminders.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72c667e7-088a-426d-b840-4dad2ab0c2fc |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Jan 2019 |
| Contract period | 18 Jan 2019 - 17 Jan 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £800,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E1 8QS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Whitechapel |
| Westminster constituency | Bethnal Green and Stepney |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FIRETEXT COMMUNICATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 28 Jan 2019 at 12:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72c667e7-088a-426d-b840-4dad2ab0c2fc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72c667e7-088a-426d-b840-4dad2ab0c2fc
  28th January 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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