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title: "Project_6125 NCS Digital Services"
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# Project_6125 NCS Digital Services

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-88ed3d1c-fee2-46d3-8c8a-fbb33c410105

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Project_6125 NCS Digital Services" involves providing ongoing support to maintain the web presence of the National Careers Service, alongside the associated Course Directory and Data Sharing Service. This tender also includes continuous improvement and feature delivery for the service. The process was conducted by the Department for Education, based in Coventry, England, and falls under the IT services industry category. The contract is for services within the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom, valued at £13,558,933.30, and was awarded using a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement stage is at the "Award Update" phase as of 11 December 2025, and the contract period spans from 10 January 2022 to 9 October 2026.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for IT service providers, particularly those specializing in consulting, software development, and internet support. It is well-suited for businesses that can facilitate the digital transformation and continuous innovation of public service platforms. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could especially benefit, as the suitability criteria are inclusive of these businesses. Although awarded to Netcompany UK Ltd, the contract demonstrates the value of being part of framework agreements and the competitive edge it provides in accessing high-value public sector opportunities. Businesses looking to expand their scope in government IT services should focus on building expertise in platform maintenance and enhancement to align with similar tender requirements.

## Notice

Provide of on-going support to maintain the web presence of the National Careers Service, and associated Course Directory and Data Sharing Service. The provision will also include continuous improvement and feature delivery for the Service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d18eb4b-9c6c-4a3c-a65b-9f2561e5ef91 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Jan 2022 |
| Contract period | 10 Jan 2022 - 9 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £13,558,933 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £6,800,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV1 2WT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | St Michael's |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 11 Dec 2025 at 11:52 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d18eb4b-9c6c-4a3c-a65b-9f2561e5ef91
- 5 Jan 2024 at 07:19 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d18eb4b-9c6c-4a3c-a65b-9f2561e5ef91
- 26 Jan 2022 at 14:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d18eb4b-9c6c-4a3c-a65b-9f2561e5ef91

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d18eb4b-9c6c-4a3c-a65b-9f2561e5ef91
  11th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b4c136ed-0aea-4f8d-85d4-ee9302535049
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f730a344-9e47-4935-9eba-d8fce50fbf40
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e4e4380e-96c1-4a86-8874-d17745f0e9a7
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