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title: "Data Platforms and Operations Data Domain Teams"
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# Data Platforms and Operations Data Domain Teams

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3aa94c22-c241-4fb9-a5a3-afa42944ba86

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## Summary

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has completed a procurement process titled "Data Platforms and Operations Data Domain Teams," focusing on IT services such as consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This initiative, valued at approximately £1.92 million, supports a 12-month programme within Data Enablement, aimed at re-engineering data products. Located in the North West of the United Kingdom, with postal code FY4 5ES, the procurement process was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The tender period concluded on 31st March 2026, and the contract spans from 28th May 2026 to 27th May 2027. The award was made to UBDS IT Consulting Limited as the supplier, recognising their capability to collaborate with DWP's in-house team to develop new data products and enhance internal skills and productivity.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in IT consulting and software development, particularly those capable of working within a hub and spoke model to deliver high-quality data solutions. Businesses that focus on cloud-native productivity and modern analytical tools integration could greatly benefit from engaging with this contract, especially as there is an emphasis on skills transfer and building sustainable capability. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this procurement advantageous due to DWP's interest in engaging with SME suppliers, as reflected in their procurement suitability criteria. This presents a valuable opportunity for tech firms aiming to expand their capabilities and portfolio by partnering with a major government department.

## Notice

This requirement supports a 12-month programme within Data Enablement to re-engineer and deliver data products using a Hub and Spoke model aligned to the DWP Data Strategy. Delivery will be through blended teams of DWP staff and partner specialists, with a strong emphasis on skills transfer and building sustainable internal capability. The supplier will support four live deliveries and develop new data products to DWP Gold Build standards, focusing initially on External and Cross-Benefit Data to meet analytical and citizen event needs. The work will embed a "data as a product" culture by deploying cloud-native productivity, collaboration, security, and governance capabilities via the Data Access Layer, enabling faster delivery, reduced risk, and compliance with data standards while supporting modern analytical tooling integration.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8eb3fad1-3e75-45bf-910e-9c4562ebe3c6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 27 May 2026 - 27 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,915,182 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,915,182 |
| 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 | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UBDS IT CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 28 May 2026 at 12:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8eb3fad1-3e75-45bf-910e-9c4562ebe3c6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8eb3fad1-3e75-45bf-910e-9c4562ebe3c6
  28th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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