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title: "Dev-Ops/Infrastructure Managed Services Contract - EDFO & EDAS"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION"
published: "2026-03-17"
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# Dev-Ops/Infrastructure Managed Services Contract - EDFO & EDAS

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-09a4dfab-deb8-4434-bfa8-9e77699ac719

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## Summary

The Department for Education has awarded a contract for "Dev-Ops/Infrastructure Managed Services Contract - EDFO & EDAS," aimed at procuring DevOps/Infrastructure Engineer capabilities for Enterprise Data services. Categorised under IT services, the contract covers various regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed was selective, using a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract period starting on 27th February 2026 and ending on 26th February 2028. The award was announced on 17th March 2026, with the contract valued at £8,578,138.50. The buying organisation is located in London, thus providing opportunities for businesses familiar with the English administrative context.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in DevOps and infrastructure management. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is conducive to smaller businesses' involvement. Advania UK Ltd was selected as the supplier, demonstrating the potential advantage for businesses with experience in large scale IT service provision. The contract offers a stable, multi-year commitment, promising consistent revenue streams for successful bidders familiar with servicing large governmental organisations. Businesses strategically positioned to collaborate with the Department for Education could leverage their expertise to enhance visibility and credibility in the public procurement sector.

## Notice

Procurement of DevOps/Infrastructure Engineer capabilities services for the Enterprise Data services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9052012b-d458-4037-8bfc-3adba5200f6f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 27 Feb 2026 - 26 Feb 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,578,138 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £8,578,138 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3BT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ADVANIA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2026 at 11:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9052012b-d458-4037-8bfc-3adba5200f6f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9052012b-d458-4037-8bfc-3adba5200f6f
  17th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/746aec82-b029-4b0e-879c-a59d990cd3d8
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