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title: "Provision of dSeries Workload Automation for Hybrid Cloud - PS/25/19A"
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# Provision of dSeries Workload Automation for Hybrid Cloud - PS/25/19A

Buyer: DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-382045a5-1bd9-4124-b8d3-69a1f1fcb789

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## Summary

The Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), based in Swansea, Wales, has completed the award stage of a procurement process for the "Provision of dSeries Workload Automation for Hybrid Cloud." This contract falls under the industry category of software-related services, aligned with the CPV code 72260000. The process utilised a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement, part of the Crown Commercial Services Framework. The contract was awarded to Ultima Business Solutions Ltd on 28th August 2025, with a contract period from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2026, valued at £131,612.91.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software-related services, particularly those experienced in delivering workload automation solutions for hybrid cloud environments. Although the contract has already been awarded, understanding such procurement processes can help similar businesses position themselves for future opportunities, especially larger enterprises accustomed to working within framework agreements. By aligning with government frameworks and maintaining a focus on cloud-based automation services, businesses could significantly enhance their market positioning and increase their chances of securing future contracts with public agencies like the DVLA.

## Notice

Award of Contract has been completed via Crown Commercial Services Framework. Award notice published for transparency. Contract is for the provision of dSeries Workload Automation for Hybrid Cloud.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d6c5c27-1408-4298-bb63-e08e323c7354 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £131,612 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £131,612 |
| 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 | DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY |
| Locality | SWANSEA |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA6 7JL |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL43 Swansea |
| Local authority | Swansea |
| Electoral ward | Mynydd-bach |
| Westminster constituency | Swansea West |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ULTIMA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72260000 - Software-related services

## Release History

- 3 Sep 2025 at 09:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d6c5c27-1408-4298-bb63-e08e323c7354

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d6c5c27-1408-4298-bb63-e08e323c7354
  3rd September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1c84c6fd-75a8-465d-8618-56759ef4b4af
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/72422007-47bc-484a-ac1e-891a1aeca20b
  n/a

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