--- title: "Intelligent Automation Resources" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0fc949bc-e70c-481a-90a0-a2758c60a55a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0fc949bc-e70c-481a-90a0-a2758c60a55a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0fc949bc-e70c-481a-90a0-a2758c60a55a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0fc949bc-e70c-481a-90a0-a2758c60a55a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS" published: "2019-02-21" --- # Intelligent Automation Resources Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0fc949bc-e70c-481a-90a0-a2758c60a55a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0fc949bc-e70c-481a-90a0-a2758c60a55a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0fc949bc-e70c-481a-90a0-a2758c60a55a.json) ## Summary The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Intelligent Automation Resources," focusing on IT services, specifically consulting and software development. The procurement is set within the North West region of the United Kingdom, and a key milestone is the engagement end date, which is due by 12:00 noon UK time on Friday, 8 March 2019. Interested suppliers are encouraged to respond to a Request for Information (RFI) that aims to gauge market capabilities for robotic solutions, including Robotic Processing Automation (RPA), Virtual Assistants, and Machine Learning technologies. This tender presents significant opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in automation technologies and software development. Businesses involved in developing and supplying innovative robotic solutions may find this an ideal chance to collaborate with DWP, potentially leading to further contracts and growth within the public sector. Suppliers in the fields of AI, machine learning, and automation are particularly well-positioned to benefit from this engagement. ## Notice The Intelligent Automation Garage (IAG) is DWP's in-house robotic centre, based out of Newcastle and Manchester sites. DWP are interested in understanding which suppliers are currently offering their services in developing robotic solutions utilising Robotic Processing Automation (RPA), Virtual Assistants (Chat-Bots), Machine Learning (ML), the services they offer and the necessary costs involved. The IAG is a collaborative working space where fast paced, business led, innovative software development happens using Agile and design led practises. The objectives of the IAG are to: * Standardise governance and practises across automation based initiatives; * Engage directly with automation vendors to minimise costs & follow a best of breed approach; * Build out initial projects & establish an 60:40 in-house model and capability. DWP is seeking to engage potential suppliers through a Request for Information (RFI) to inform the department's future requirements. Following receipt of RFI responses, DWP is intending to meet interested suppliers for further discussion, depending on the levels of interest. Further information on the requirements is included in the attached RFI document. Additional information: If you are interested in this opportunity please complete the questionnaire and return it to ed.desktopbag@dwp.gsi.gov.uk. For any enquiries on this matter please contact Brendan.murtagh@dwp.gsi.gov.uk. Please note the deadline for completing and returning this RFI document is 12:00 noon UK time on Friday 8 March 2019. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69a844f8-780d-4847-a3db-e7e4da72be32 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Feb 2019 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 8 Mar 2019 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M2 3AA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Deansgate | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Central | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 21 Feb 2019 at 17:10 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69a844f8-780d-4847-a3db-e7e4da72be32 - 30 Jan 2019 at 16:47 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69a844f8-780d-4847-a3db-e7e4da72be32 - 30 Jan 2019 at 16:39 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69a844f8-780d-4847-a3db-e7e4da72be32 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69a844f8-780d-4847-a3db-e7e4da72be32 21st February 2019 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1bc15200-862a-488d-b3ed-a2cd4e73167d Request for Information Document - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8cd3e6a3-d71e-4a2e-b952-73474656edbf ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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