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title: "ecm_11972 Provision of Digital Specialists for Maternity Allowance Modernisation Project"
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# ecm_11972 Provision of Digital Specialists for Maternity Allowance Modernisation Project

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1c3230f9-c639-42e4-964e-9c0eca84db8d

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## Summary

The Department for Work and Pensions has successfully awarded a contract titled "Provision of Digital Specialists for Maternity Allowance Modernisation Project" under the CPV category 72000000 (IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support). The procurement was managed using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £4,500,000, covers the delivery of digital outcomes and enhancement of internal capabilities for maternity allowance services. The project is based in the North East region of the United Kingdom, with services required from 1 October 2024 to 30 September 2026. The award stage was completed with the notice published on 4 October 2024.

This tender presents a substantial growth opportunity for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in digital transformation and public sector projects. SMEs, like the awarded supplier Opencast Software Europe Limited, are especially well-suited to participate in such procurements. Engaging in this contract allows businesses to demonstrate their capability in delivering critical digital solutions and supporting live services, thereby enhancing their portfolio and potentially securing further government contracts.

## Notice

Delivery of specific digital outcomes and to supplement our own internal capability to ensure provision of the current live services and to develop new a Maternity Allowance digital solution.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b063a11-b8b8-4ec4-853d-72162d5edf3a |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,500,000 |
| 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 | 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 | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OPENCAST SOFTWARE EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 4 Oct 2024 at 14:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b063a11-b8b8-4ec4-853d-72162d5edf3a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b063a11-b8b8-4ec4-853d-72162d5edf3a
  4th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c8dbf99a-7a2e-43ad-bd58-554b93c1c44e
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