--- title: "Technology Refresh - Cloud and DevOps Implementation" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-80a9ca91-7cf1-4929-aa7f-ddb210dd4851" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-80a9ca91-7cf1-4929-aa7f-ddb210dd4851" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-80a9ca91-7cf1-4929-aa7f-ddb210dd4851.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-80a9ca91-7cf1-4929-aa7f-ddb210dd4851.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "OFGEM" published: "2017-07-24" --- # Technology Refresh - Cloud and DevOps Implementation Buyer: OFGEM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-80a9ca91-7cf1-4929-aa7f-ddb210dd4851 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-80a9ca91-7cf1-4929-aa7f-ddb210dd4851) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-80a9ca91-7cf1-4929-aa7f-ddb210dd4851.json) ## Summary Ofgem is conducting a public procurement process titled "Technology Refresh - Cloud and DevOps Implementation," aimed at enhancing their Microsoft Azure environments. The contract falls under the software implementation services category (CPV code 72263000) and is being executed through an open procedure. The tender period is set to conclude on 9th August 2017, with the contract expected to commence on 21st August 2017 and run until 28th February 2018. This opportunity is available across various regions in the United Kingdom, including London, Scotland, and the North West. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in cloud services, particularly those experienced in Microsoft Azure and DevOps practices. Companies that can deliver comprehensive solutions in designing, deploying, and managing Azure infrastructures will be well positioned to compete. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, leveraging their agility and specialised expertise to potentially secure a contract that can contribute to their growth and visibility in the technology services market. ## Notice OFGEM is looking for We are looking for an expert organisation, experienced in implementing Microsoft Azure tenancies, to help us implement our already defined architecture, and are specifically looking for the successful componay to carry out the following activities: Design, deploy and configure a fully functioning Dev Domain to include DNS, Group Policies etc. Deploy & fully configure DEV\QA\UAT Azure IaaS environments for each scheme via repeatable, consistent scripts (ARM Templates, DSC, Powershell etc). Design and configure Jenkins to deploy Infrastructure as a Code. Design and configure Jenkins to deploy application code and implement continuous integration. Design and implement a full naming convention for all Dev Domain items (OU's, Servers, Accounts etc) and all Azure items (Vnets, Storage accounts etc). Work with our Infrastructure team to implement a patching solution for the environments. Work with our Infrastructure team to implement a monitoring and alerting solution for the environments. Work with our Infrastructure team to ensure highly resilient and redundant network links are implemented for the Azure nvironment.Implement processes, procedures and technologies to ensure Azure spend is minimised, and that we obtain best value for money from our Azure implementation as a result. Provide guidance on Azure best practices. Design, Implement & Document a DevOps process using the latest best practices, working in conjunction with our DevOps Team Leader and DevOps Engineer. Facilitate handover workshops to all Scheme members and DevOps teams on full implementation. Fully document each technology implemented, up to audit level sS tandards ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e9a24a7-e47a-48e9-afd7-dd500c558b4e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Jul 2017 | | Submission deadline | 9 Aug 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 20 Aug 2017 - 28 Feb 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1 | | 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 | OFGEM | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1P 3GE | | 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72263000 - Software implementation services ## Release History - 24 Jul 2017 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e9a24a7-e47a-48e9-afd7-dd500c558b4e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e9a24a7-e47a-48e9-afd7-dd500c558b4e 24th July 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - http://www.mytenders.org/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL145599 NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided. ## Notice URLs - http://www.ofgem.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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