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title: "Provision of professional services to inform GDPR implementation / data architect challenges"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3fe161d6-c6b5-4b80-bc8e-8ec1e2815405"
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# Provision of professional services to inform GDPR implementation / data architect challenges

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3fe161d6-c6b5-4b80-bc8e-8ec1e2815405

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Provision of professional services to inform GDPR implementation / data architect challenges" was conducted by the Department For Education, focusing on IT services such as consulting and software development. The tender, which had an estimated value of £900,000, was completed with a contract period extending from 1st August 2018 to 31st January 2019. The procurement method used was selective, with the tender period concluding on 20th July 2018, and the award was announced on 31st July 2018. The contracting authority is based in Darlington, England, and the services pertained to multiple delivery locations, including the UK and other international territories.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the IT services sector, particularly those offering consulting and software development capabilities, to support compliance with GDPR regulations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in data architecture and regulatory compliance would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts, capitalising on the growing market need for professional services that enhance data protection and privacy. Given the contemporary focus on data governance, firms with innovative solutions in this area are likely to find increased opportunities for growth and collaboration.

## Notice

Profession services that will inform continued DfE transformation work to ensure General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) compliancy and address data architecture challenges across DfE.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d005c9a7-a29c-490f-94dc-b9649c4f78f9 |
| 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 | 16 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2018 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2018 - 31 Jan 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £900,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £900,000 |
| 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 | DARLINGTON, |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL1 5QE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Park East |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CADENCE INNOVA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 16 Oct 2018 at 11:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d005c9a7-a29c-490f-94dc-b9649c4f78f9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d005c9a7-a29c-490f-94dc-b9649c4f78f9
  16th October 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/54e95e36-e59f-4d62-a71f-f290fe159071
  Contract

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