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title: "Managed Services"
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# Managed Services

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4cb455d3-31e2-42e5-ae32-7fa9c23db9b3

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Department for Work and Pensions, revolves around the provision of Managed Services within the IT services sector, encompassing areas such as consulting, software development, and Internet support. The primary location for service delivery spans a broad geographic range, including the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands, British Overseas Territories, Isle of Man, Europe, and internationally. The tender process is selective and conducted via a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender phase concluding on 11th April 2025 and the subsequent contract period running from 14th April to 13th October 2025. The process is currently in the award stage, with Cognizant identified as the supplier for the contract valued at £735,538.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), highlighting a focus on collaboration within the IT services industry. Given the selective procurement method and the potential international scope, businesses experienced in delivering high-quality IT consulting and support services could find substantial opportunities to leverage their expertise. Firms able to provide managed services across diverse locations and scales, including those with capabilities in consulting and software development, stand to benefit greatly from this contract with a well-established government department.

## Notice

Managed Services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04f472d2-c7af-4730-b529-4141ce45feec |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| 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 | 23 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 13 Apr 2025 - 13 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £764,960 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £735,538 |
| 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 | COGNIZANT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2025 at 10:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04f472d2-c7af-4730-b529-4141ce45feec

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04f472d2-c7af-4730-b529-4141ce45feec
  23rd July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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