--- title: "RM3838 Robotic Process Automation Partnership" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-672b8336-b98b-41a9-a97d-c4c19626b450" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-672b8336-b98b-41a9-a97d-c4c19626b450" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-672b8336-b98b-41a9-a97d-c4c19626b450.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-672b8336-b98b-41a9-a97d-c4c19626b450.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE" published: "2017-06-05" --- # RM3838 Robotic Process Automation Partnership Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-672b8336-b98b-41a9-a97d-c4c19626b450 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-672b8336-b98b-41a9-a97d-c4c19626b450) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-672b8336-b98b-41a9-a97d-c4c19626b450.json) ## Summary The Crown Commercial Service is currently managing a tender titled "RM3838 Robotic Process Automation Partnership," aimed at enhancing the adoption of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) within UK central government departments. This tender falls within the programming services of application software industry category. The procurement is at the Tender stage, with a deadline for responses set for 16 June 2017. The contract period is provisionally scheduled to commence on 31 July 2017 and will last for a maximum of three years, with a potential break point after two years. The estimated value of the contract is £400 million, and the tender follows a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure. This opportunity is ideal for businesses with significant experience in developing RPA applications, particularly those that can demonstrate a successful track record. Companies willing to invest in RPA technology and partnerships with government entities will find this contract attractive for growth, especially in the tech services sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as their involvement aligns with the goals of the procurement process, which aims to foster innovation and efficiency in public sector operations. ## Notice UK Government is seeking to accelerate the uptake of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) by central government departments and agencies (as at the publication of the Contract Notice the latest list of UK central government bodies can be found in the "Central Government" worksheet in the guide here: https:// www.ons.gov.uk/economy/nationalaccounts/uksectoraccounts/datasets/publicsectorclassificationguide ). It is seeking a partner or partners that will help run a programme of education and demonstration of the potential of RPA and help departments build business cases. All services will be provided by the partner to the Authority and the Authority will establish a cross-charge mechanism with the relevant departments via an MOU. Under the terms of the contract the partner will be able to build RPA applications for departments and either be paid for development and deployment or be paid out of benefits. Potential partners should have a substantial track record of successful development and be prepared to invest in this opportunity. PLEASE ENSURE YOU ALSO READ THE MORE DETAILED INFORMATION WITHIN THE RM3838 CONTRACT NOTICE (PROVIDED AS AN ATTACHMENT TO THIS NOTICE). Additional information: In accordance with the UK Government's policies on transparency, Crown Commercial Service intends to publish the procurement documents and the text of any contract awarded, subject to possible redactions at its discretion. Further information on transparency can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/government/ publications/procurement-and-contracting-transparency-requirements-guidance. Candidates will be assessed in accordance with Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, on the basis of information provided in response to a Selection Questionnaire. This procurement will be managed electronically via the Crown Commercial Service's e-Sourcing Suite. To participate in this procurement, participants must first be registered on the e-Sourcing Suite. If you have not yet registered on the eSourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the link 'Register for CCS eSourcing'. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at https:// www.gov.uk/government/publications/esourcing-tool-guidance-for-suppliers Once you have registered on the eSourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. This is done by emailing ExpressionOfInterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk Your email must clearly state: the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; the name of the registered supplier; and the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. Crown Commercial Service will process the email and then enable the supplier to access the procurement online via the e-Sourcing Suite. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. As a user of the e-Sourcing Suite you will have access to the Emptoris messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you in relation to a specific procurement. Please note it is your responsibility to access these messages on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information. For technical assistance on use of the e-Sourcing Suite please contact Crown Commercial Service Support Desk email: eEnablement@crowncommercial.gov.uk Important Notes: 1) The Contract end date stated in this Opportunity reflects the maximum term. The maximum term is 3 years but with a break point after 2 years. 2) Both the Contract start and end dates are provisional at this stage ( Contract award is planned to take place during the period July - August 2017). 3) Contract values are estimated, as the Authority does not guarantee a minimum level of business through this Contract. PLEASE ENSURE YOU ALSO READ THE MORE DETAILED INFORMATION WITHIN THE CONTRACT NOTICE (ATTACHED). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21ebf2da-a8a5-4671-9a48-74aa3f0320b7 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Jun 2017 | | Submission deadline | 16 Jun 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Jul 2017 - 31 Jul 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £400,000,000 | | 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 | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1A 1HQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | St James's | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72212000 - Programming services of application software ## Release History - 5 Jun 2017 at 16:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21ebf2da-a8a5-4671-9a48-74aa3f0320b7 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21ebf2da-a8a5-4671-9a48-74aa3f0320b7 5th June 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6d1fe2f2-0bde-40e9-a05f-8cf53c6530f9 RM3838 - Attachment 1 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/302a07e6-9341-4e20-bc1c-d33003299668 RM3838 - Attachment 2 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2057d5e2-2288-4cbe-b5aa-ebde869e4d95 RM3838 - Attachment 3 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/37175624-3947-4a85-b00d-641bbe8f20d2 RM3838 - Attachment 4 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ef0c3acd-2d57-4914-bfaa-a95a09f840d7 RM3838 - Attachment 5 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bf81ed58-4a9f-4688-8bdd-607c458b8558 RM3838 - Attachment 6 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1ec0316d-ac7f-4c19-bcb8-8cc44af52913 RM3838 - Attachment 7 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/30357806-d5fa-4014-9930-61d70b9cb69e RM3838 - Attachment 8 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5c85d79f-189b-453f-9777-30194509a3d6 RM3838 List of items available at Award Stage - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6ab19cc5-e0c6-4fc0-b1b7-c3d5f253dd4b RM3838 Contract Notice ## Notice URLs - https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk - https://www.gov.uk/government/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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