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title: "Provision of IBM Subscription and Support Renewal"
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buyer: "DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY"
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# Provision of IBM Subscription and Support Renewal

Buyer: DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-70055099-a27a-4ac2-a055-492fcf1c0976

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## Summary

The Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has completed a selective procurement process for the "Provision of IBM Subscription and Support Renewal," classified under the industry category of Software package and information systems (CPV code 48000000). The procurement involved a call-off from a framework agreement and was awarded to Softcat PLC. The contract, valued at £2,995,347.67, will take place in Wales, with a contract period from 1st October 2024 to 30th September 2027. Key dates included the tender period ending on 23rd September 2024, followed by the award published on 29th September 2024.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software solutions and IT support services. SMEs, in particular, may find this type of contract appealing, as it aligns well with their capabilities. However, businesses must be prepared to meet the precise requirements of the contract, including delivering high-quality support and subscription services over a multi-year period. Being part of a selective procurement process, companies that are adaptable and have experience with framework agreements will be well-positioned to compete effectively for similar opportunities in the future.

## Notice

Provision of IBM Subscription and Support Renewal

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61e8c29b-3a1d-4e02-aa50-35cf0316bb2f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 29 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,995,347 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,995,347 |
| 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 | DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY |
| Locality | SWANSEA |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA6 7JL |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL43 Swansea |
| Local authority | Swansea |
| Electoral ward | Mynydd-bach |
| Westminster constituency | Swansea West |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 29 Sep 2024 at 20:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61e8c29b-3a1d-4e02-aa50-35cf0316bb2f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61e8c29b-3a1d-4e02-aa50-35cf0316bb2f
  29th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c5029b95-71b2-41ac-9d55-80d334b669c1
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3144c9ac-3032-4e13-8766-29eb930a720e
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