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title: "Technical Architecture services for DWP Tech Debt register"
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# Technical Architecture services for DWP Tech Debt register

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3343af50-9248-429b-8c9f-ba4a4022663c

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## Summary

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has completed the procurement process for Technical Architecture services for the Tech Debt register, under the contracting title "Technical Architecture services for DWP Tech Debt register". The contract falls under the industry category of IT services, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support (CPV code: 72000000). The procurement followed a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement process began with the tender ending on 12th March 2025, and the award was made on the same day. The contract period is set to run from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026, covering services to be delivered in the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the rest of the world. The total value of the contract is GBP 2,901,900.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for IT businesses specialising in technical architecture and managing tech debt registers. SMEs, in particular, are encouraged, as the procurement process indicates suitability for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Successful suppliers can leverage this project to enhance their portfolio, establish a partnership with a major government department, and gain credibility for future opportunities. "bedigital UK Ltd," an SME based in Cardiff, has been awarded this contract, further underscoring the potential for smaller enterprises to effectively compete and secure high-value government contracts.

## Notice

To provide Technical Architecture services for outstanding items on the Tech Debt register

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3139ddd-af5e-42aa-b174-b14e860f1aed |
| 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 | 19 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,901,900 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,450,950 |
| 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 | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY4 5ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Stanley |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BEDIGITAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2025 at 12:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3139ddd-af5e-42aa-b174-b14e860f1aed

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3139ddd-af5e-42aa-b174-b14e860f1aed
  19th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bb828a92-1d5a-48d8-89d3-7a24866d4402
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