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title: "Innovation testing - Professional services"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-87437310-9e79-4961-ad42-a422448f9cb5"
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buyer: "FCDO SERVICES"
published: "2021-09-16"
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# Innovation testing - Professional services

Buyer: FCDO SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-87437310-9e79-4961-ad42-a422448f9cb5

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by FCDO Services, which is located in Milton Keynes, England. The tender titled "Innovation testing - Professional services" falls within the software package and information systems industry category. The procurement method used is selective, with the contract awarded to Six Works Limited after a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the tender period ending on 23 August 2021 and the contract period commencing on 24 August 2021, concluding on 31 March 2022. The total contract value amounts to £729,650.

This opportunity presents a significant avenue for business growth, particularly for firms specialising in software development, IT services, or consultancy in innovative solutions. Companies capable of providing professional services that align with the requirements of FCDO Services will find this contract suitable. Businesses with experience in delivering complex software packages or integrated information systems may be particularly well-positioned to compete for future contracts in this space.

## Notice

Call off from FCO Services Ref: XLY120/024/21 Additional information: n/a

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db7672f1-e7a8-40c1-93e7-9b88f7b0d7b0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 23 Aug 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £729,650 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £729,650 |
| 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 | FCDO SERVICES |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK19 7BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SIX WORKS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 16 Sep 2021 at 12:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db7672f1-e7a8-40c1-93e7-9b88f7b0d7b0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db7672f1-e7a8-40c1-93e7-9b88f7b0d7b0
  16th September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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