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title: "Architectural Outcomes"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-49f1b632-8484-4b74-8f55-8425df21d85c"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "IBM UK"
published: "2026-02-10"
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# Architectural Outcomes

Buyer: IBM UK  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-49f1b632-8484-4b74-8f55-8425df21d85c

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## Summary

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Digital, represented by IBM UK, has awarded a contract titled "Architectural Outcomes" to IBM United Kingdom Limited. This procurement falls under the IT services category, specifically for consulting, software development, internet, and support services. The contract, valued at £3,000,000, is part of a call-off from a framework agreement, using a selective procurement method. The contract period spans from 15th January 2026 to 14th January 2028, covering various locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and beyond. The tender process has reached the award stage, with the final award being published on 10th February 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, especially for large enterprises capable of delivering comprehensive IT services. Businesses specialising in digital transformation and cross-government integrations would find this contract particularly beneficial. Additionally, the framework agreement setup allows for easier inclusion, encouraging smaller and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) to engage in future opportunities within this procurement framework. Companies with strong expertise in IT solutions that facilitate organisational integrations across government departments stand to gain significantly from participating in this tender.

## Notice

Contract to deliver an Architectural service to DWP Digital to support cross government Integrations within DWP

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69dd6c99-ea6b-4946-9554-9c3e8cff2094 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 15 Jan 2026 - 14 Jan 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,900,000 |
| 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 | IBM UK |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IBM UNITED KINGDOM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 10 Feb 2026 at 10:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69dd6c99-ea6b-4946-9554-9c3e8cff2094
- 20 Jan 2026 at 11:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c6606dd8-13e6-4387-ae5f-44d6139fe8b6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69dd6c99-ea6b-4946-9554-9c3e8cff2094
  10th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c6606dd8-13e6-4387-ae5f-44d6139fe8b6
  20th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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