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title: "Design, develop and deliver a new, cloud version of the PRONOM web service and file format registry"
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# Design, develop and deliver a new, cloud version of the PRONOM web service and file format registry

Buyer: THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6f19825c-feb9-4aec-b208-660f128175fd

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## Summary

The National Archives is seeking to enhance its services by contracting a skilled vendor to design, develop, and deliver a new cloud-based version of the PRONOM web service and file format registry. The project, classified under IT services, specifically consulting and software development, has an award value of £60,500. The tender process was completed, with the contract period set to commence on 25th October 2021 and concluding on 24th December 2021. The procurement method used is a selective approach through a call-off from a framework agreement, and the address for delivery is located in Richmond, England.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in IT services, particularly those with expertise in developing cloud-based applications, data management, and user interface improvements. Given the project's requirements, businesses that excel in software development and have experience with digital service frameworks may find it advantageous to engage in similar future contracts with the National Archives and government bodies, potentially leading to further collaborative projects.

## Notice

Design, develop, and deliver a new, cloud-based, graph (RDF) data version of the PRONOM web service and file format information registry, including editorial workflow functionality and improvements to the user interface. Digital Outcomes and Specialists Framework https://www.digitalmarketplace.service.gov.uk/digital-outcomes-and-specialists/opportunities/15562

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d65aa039-c768-4d18-afe2-1c6bfb773224 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 24 Oct 2021 - 24 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £60,500 |
| 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 | THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 4DU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WALLSCOPE |

## 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 Oct 2021 at 09:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d65aa039-c768-4d18-afe2-1c6bfb773224

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d65aa039-c768-4d18-afe2-1c6bfb773224
  20th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.digitalmarketplace.service.gov.uk/digital-outcomes-and-specialists/opportunities/15562

## Provenance

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