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title: "ESFA Agile Service Delivery"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-638dc0fd-0b6f-485b-b574-1b4fd06b6c9a"
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# ESFA Agile Service Delivery

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-638dc0fd-0b6f-485b-b574-1b4fd06b6c9a

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "ESFA Agile Service Delivery" is being conducted by the Department for Education based in Manchester, England. This initiative falls within the IT services industry category and targets the delivery of digital development outcomes specifically for apprenticeships and data collection services. The procurement method utilised is selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 2nd September 2020, with the contract starting on 17th September 2020 and set to last until 10th March 2022. The total value of the contract is approximately £8,106,286.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those focused on consulting, software development, and support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is designed to be accessible and inclusive. Companies with expertise in digital service delivery and experience in apprenticeship programmes may find this an advantageous opportunity to expand their client base and enhance service offerings in a growing market.

## Notice

DOS 4 Agile Service Delivery Aggregation for Apprenticeships, Data Science and National Careers Service. This procurement is for the delivery of digital development outcomes for apprenticeships and data collection services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f2c3dc3-ea98-4bc2-8a93-f46cd42003cc |
| 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 | 1 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Sep 2020 |
| Contract period | 16 Sep 2020 - 10 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,106,286 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £8,106,286 |
| 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 | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 2WD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | METHODS BUSINESS AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 1 Oct 2020 at 14:19 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f2c3dc3-ea98-4bc2-8a93-f46cd42003cc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f2c3dc3-ea98-4bc2-8a93-f46cd42003cc
  1st October 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2411387c-be2b-4b89-9f8c-470f30a1048a
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