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title: "Support and training services for accessibility software and hardware"
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# Support and training services for accessibility software and hardware

Buyer: OFSTED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2bf6a344-120a-42e6-9c33-f45689861dd4

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by OFSTED under the title "Support and training services for accessibility software and hardware." This contract, valued at £20,000, falls within the IT services industry category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement method employed was a direct award through a single tender action, as the contract was below the financial threshold. The contract commenced on 15th April 2019 and is scheduled to conclude on 14th April 2020, with the tender period concluding on 1st April 2019.

This tender presents opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) especially in the IT services sector, particularly those specialising in accessibility software and training. Businesses that can offer innovative support and training solutions tailored to enhance accessibility could compete effectively for similar contracts in the future. The emphasis on support services for accessibility indicates a growing need for inclusion-focused technologies, which could be advantageous for companies looking to expand in this niche market.

## Notice

Please note that this contract has already been awarded and that this contract is being published for transparency purposes only. This contract is for the provision of support and training services for accessibility and hardware.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4a156a9-b580-481a-a3d2-483c58965482 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jun 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Apr 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Apr 2019 |
| Contract period | 14 Apr 2019 - 14 Apr 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £20,000 |
| 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 | OFSTED |
| 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 | VOICEPOWER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 24 Jun 2019 at 10:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4a156a9-b580-481a-a3d2-483c58965482

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4a156a9-b580-481a-a3d2-483c58965482
  24th June 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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