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title: "Provision of DEPS upgrade"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2617a56c-3530-4644-b54e-3479cda6daa2"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "IPO"
published: "2023-06-23"
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# Provision of DEPS upgrade

Buyer: IPO  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2617a56c-3530-4644-b54e-3479cda6daa2

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## Summary

The IPO has successfully completed the tender for the provision of DEPS upgrade, involving an upgrade to FileNet and Maintenance services in the software support industry. The total contract value is £70,200 GBP. The procurement method used was a direct contract awarded through a Single tender action (below threshold) process. The tender period ended on 5th June 2023, with the contract period starting on 12th June 2023 and ending on 11th June 2024. The buying organisation, IPO, is located in Newport, United Kingdom.

This awarded contract presents an opportunity for businesses operating in the software support services sector, especially those experienced in upgrading enterprise systems like FileNet. Companies with expertise in providing maintenance services for software solutions may find this tender attractive. Being a direct contract below the threshold, smaller businesses with relevant capabilities may also consider competing for similar future opportunities. The involvement of Open Connections Solutions Ltd as the selected supplier signals potential growth opportunities for similar SMEs aiming to secure government contracts in the technology sector.

## Notice

Upgrade to FileNet and Maintenance

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1d99585-d856-496c-bd2f-d2e012e85a0b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jun 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jun 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jun 2023 |
| Contract period | 11 Jun 2023 - 11 Jun 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,200 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £70,200 |
| 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 | IPO |
| Locality | NEWPORT |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP10 8QQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport |
| Local authority | Newport |
| Electoral ward | Tredegar Park and Marshfield |
| Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OPEN CONNECTIONS SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72261000 - Software support services

## Release History

- 23 Jun 2023 at 09:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1d99585-d856-496c-bd2f-d2e012e85a0b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1d99585-d856-496c-bd2f-d2e012e85a0b
  23rd June 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3a16bd1c-4f11-4e4d-83b3-7c9eefae50c8
  C3073 - Award letter REDACTED

## Provenance

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