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title: "con_30750"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0ff5d07a-3524-4bed-8903-79c9d1472646"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION"
published: "2026-03-11"
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# con_30750

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0ff5d07a-3524-4bed-8903-79c9d1472646

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## Summary

The Department for Education has completed the procurement process for its contract titled "con_30750," which involves the provision of Application Management Services (AMS) for Workday Adaptive Planning. This contract, awarded to Kainos WorkSmart Ltd, pertains to IT services, specifically consulting, software development, Internet services, and support. The contract was awarded on 20th February 2026 and the service period starts on 22nd February 2026, running until 21st February 2029. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. The geographic scope includes British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the UK, and the Rest of the World, underlining broad international applicability for industry professionals interested in IT services.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSE entities, in the IT services sector. By providing continuous tailored support and advice to optimise performance and address complex issues, businesses focused on IT consultancy, software development, and adaptive planning systems will find this opportunity highly relevant. The substantial contract value of £121,800 GBP signals a lucrative engagement for businesses capable of delivering high-quality AMS and adapting to evolving business needs, making it a promising avenue for established companies and ambitious newcomers in the IT field.

## Notice

Notice to award a contract for an Application Management Services (AMS) provider for Workday Adaptive Planning to provide continuous tailored support and advice to address complex issues, optimise performance, and ensure the system meets evolving business needs.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5850f84a-2cd1-41d2-93a5-a55ef9c18c75 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 22 Feb 2026 - 21 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £121,800 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £121,800 |
| 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 | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 2WD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KAINOS WORKSMART |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 11 Mar 2026 at 16:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5850f84a-2cd1-41d2-93a5-a55ef9c18c75

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5850f84a-2cd1-41d2-93a5-a55ef9c18c75
  11th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/48336ebe-d7a1-47fa-806d-ff94bba9b864
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