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title: "Disability and accessibility testing services"
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# Disability and accessibility testing services

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3af6698b-6147-408d-8e26-4a2ab5d7000e

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## Summary

The procurement process for "Disability and Accessibility Testing Services" was initiated by the Department for Education. This contract falls under the software package and information systems industry category with a value of £250,000. The procurement method used was selective, conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 1st April 2019, and the contract commenced on 1st May 2019, running through to 30th April 2021, based in the West Midlands, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those focusing on consulting, software development, and internet support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to compete, provided they have the expertise in disability and accessibility testing aligned with GDS requirements. Engaging in similar future tenders could enhance their visibility and offer pathways for growth within the public sector.

## Notice

Disability and accessibility testimg services, testing and technical experts to align with GDS requirements

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67c7025e-b956-4426-ac3e-5befa8a52604 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| 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 | 31 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Apr 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Apr 2019 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2019 - 30 Apr 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £250,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S1 2FJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE DIGITAL ACCESSIBILITY CENTRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2021 at 14:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67c7025e-b956-4426-ac3e-5befa8a52604

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67c7025e-b956-4426-ac3e-5befa8a52604
  31st March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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