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title: "Future service design discovery Centric"
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# Future service design discovery Centric

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-408365e6-0581-4574-8c21-dc7a19cba7a0

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## Summary

The Department for Work and Pensions is inviting suppliers to participate in the tender for the 'Future service design discovery Centric'. This procurement falls under the category of IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support (CPV code 72000000). The project aims to enable a user-centred, strategically aligned migration from SAS 9.4 to SAS Viya. The procurement method is selective, using a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with the tender period ending on 17 January 2025. The contract is expected to start on 20 January 2025 and conclude by 31 March 2025, covering various locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The total value of the contract is approximately GBP 148,000, with a minimum value of GBP 740,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT consulting and support services, particularly those with expertise in SAS software solutions. Companies experienced in software development and strategic IT service implementations will find this project particularly suitable. The framework nature of the agreement implies continued collaboration possibilities and a steady stream of revenue for the successful bidder. However, it is worth noting that the suitability criteria do not favour SMEs or VCSEs, suggesting that larger enterprises with substantial resources are likely more suited to compete. This tender offers a tangible opportunity for business growth through the delivery of critical IT transformation projects within the public sector.

## Notice

The Supplier will deliver the Discovery phase, focusing on outcomes that enable a user-centred, strategically aligned migration from SAS 9.4 to SAS Viya

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9fd41148-5bc5-40eb-844e-6afb3ab097e1 |
| Notice type | Tender 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 | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £148,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2025 at 11:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9fd41148-5bc5-40eb-844e-6afb3ab097e1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9fd41148-5bc5-40eb-844e-6afb3ab097e1
  27th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/98d4eca1-a411-4136-ae49-9e03f7d272f4
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