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title: "Delivery of (i) Government Digital Services (GDS) Discovery Phase Support and (ii) on-going Client Side Support for development of regulatory data platform"
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# Delivery of (i) Government Digital Services (GDS) Discovery Phase Support and (ii) on-going Client Side Support for development of regulatory data platform

Buyer: O F W A T  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2d6bba36-0082-4c4d-8f73-dbc50c6ba836

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the buying organisation, O F W A T, which is seeking support for the delivery of Government Digital Services (GDS) during the Discovery Phase and ongoing client-side support for the development of a regulatory data platform. This contract, classified under research and development services and related consultancy services, has a total value of £1,095,000 and is awarded through a selective procurement method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period spans from 13 August 2021 to 12 August 2025, with the tender period concluding on 1 August 2021. The delivery address is located in Birmingham (B5 4UA), England.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the digital services and consultancy sectors, to grow by providing essential support and services to government agencies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this opportunity particularly suitable, as they can bring innovative solutions to the table. Companies specializing in regulatory compliance, data management, and digital transformation should consider preparing to compete for future contracts in this domain, which reflects a growing demand for robust digital infrastructure in public services.

## Notice

Delivery of (i) Government Digital Services (GDS) Discovery Phase Support and (ii) on-going Client Side Support for development of regulatory data platform

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2046cbdb-9a42-4608-8d15-c69627a0d831 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | 12 Aug 2021 - 12 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,095,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,095,000 |
| 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 | O F W A T |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B5 4UA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OVE ARUP & PARTNERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 15 Oct 2021 at 08:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2046cbdb-9a42-4608-8d15-c69627a0d831

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2046cbdb-9a42-4608-8d15-c69627a0d831
  15th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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