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title: "RM6194 WCA & SB IT Service"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4a3c9786-551f-42d8-ab99-774cdbe119ca"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS"
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# RM6194 WCA & SB IT Service

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4a3c9786-551f-42d8-ab99-774cdbe119ca

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## Summary

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has concluded the procurement process for the "RM6194 WCA & SB IT Service" project. This procurement, categorised under IT services, consulting, software development, Internet and support (CPV 72000000), is integral to the DWP's claim process, facilitating decisions for Universal Credit and Employment Support Allowance, along with other Specialist Benefits. The procurement followed a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The process reached the award stage on 21 November 2024, with the contract starting on 1 December 2024 and ending on 6 December 2029. The total contract value is £120,000,000 GBP, with the award amounting to £61,300,000 GBP. The service location encompasses the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the IT services sector, especially those capable of delivering complex IT systems and support services. The contract's scope and significant budget offer growth potential for companies providing software development, IT consulting, and system support. Large-scale IT service providers, such as the appointed supplier, Atos IT Services UK Limited, are well-suited to compete in this space due to the project's size and complexity. Companies focusing on similar services can benefit from exploring related future opportunities within the public sector. Although this particular contract does not prioritise SMEs or VCSEs, large enterprises in the IT domain stand to gain significantly by engaging in such high-value public contracts.

## Notice

The WCA and Specialist Benefit IT System (WCA & SB IT Service) is a key element of the DWP claim process and drives decision making requirements. This primarily supports Universal Credit and Employment Support Allowance, as well as a number of Specialist Benefits.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0420418-5447-4a39-b2b3-0dd81e42d9b8 |
| Notice type | Award 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2024 - 6 Dec 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £61,300,000 |
| 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 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ATOS IT SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2024 at 08:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0420418-5447-4a39-b2b3-0dd81e42d9b8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0420418-5447-4a39-b2b3-0dd81e42d9b8
  20th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/beed5830-cbe2-49cb-9ce6-c84031056e23
  Redacted copy of the signed Order Form

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