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title: "ecm_12903 Quest Active Directory Backup and Recovery Solution 2025"
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# ecm_12903 Quest Active Directory Backup and Recovery Solution 2025

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8c644e54-cbe4-4390-bf21-8ddddc2c553a

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by the Department for Work and Pensions involves the acquisition of the Quest Active Directory Backup and Recovery Solution. The contract, classified under the IT services category with the CPV code 72000000, is set to operate for a three-year initial term with an option for two additional 12-month extensions. The procurement follows a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and has reached the award stage. The award was made to Computacenter on 23rd April 2025, and the contract period extends from 29th April 2025 to 28th April 2028. The services under this contract are intended to be delivered to various locations, including the United Kingdom and territories beyond Europe.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the IT consultancy, software development, and support sectors. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete in similar procurements, given the suitability for SMEs noted in this opportunity. Companies with robust capabilities in delivering comprehensive IT solutions to public sector organisations will find this contract and similar future opportunities appealing for expanding their market presence and securing long-term partnerships with governmental bodies. The contract value reflects a substantial investment in IT infrastructure, paving the way for businesses to offer innovative solutions and potentially secure follow-on service contracts.

## Notice

Purchase of Quest Active Directory Backup and Recovery Solution for OPH for a 3 year initial term with 2 optional 12 month extensions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f98b12cc-9717-454f-a543-29fa515a2ee0 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Apr 2025 - 28 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,984,350 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,754,350 |
| 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 WORK AND PENSIONS |
| Locality | MANCESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M2 3AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 2 May 2025 at 13:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f98b12cc-9717-454f-a543-29fa515a2ee0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f98b12cc-9717-454f-a543-29fa515a2ee0
  2nd May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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