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title: "Provision of GDaD Resources for DWP User Centred Design"
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# Provision of GDaD Resources for DWP User Centred Design

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8eaee92e-a8fb-45df-b4e2-018d634f9ea8

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Provision of GDaD Resources for DWP User Centred Design" was conducted by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), located in Manchester. This tender falls under the industry category of Information Technology Services and aims to support DWP's digital services. The contract employs a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement and is currently at the award stage, with Methods Business & Digital Technology Ltd selected as the supplier. The contract, valued at £16,187,500, started on 12 May 2026 and will run until 11 May 2028, covering a broad area including the UK, Europe, and other global regions.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the IT services sector, particularly those with expertise in digital design and development. Small and medium-sized enterprises may find this contract appealing due to its significant value and scope. The contract supports the enhancement and delivery of digital outcomes, providing potential business growth through involvement with a major government department like DWP. Methods Business & Digital Technology Ltd, as the awarded supplier, sets a benchmark for what types of businesses are well-suited to compete, highlighting the importance of strong capabilities in digital transformation and user-centric design practices.

## Notice

The provision of GDaD resources (previously DDaT) for the DWP User Centred Design Practice to support the Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) in the delivery of digital outcomes required to enable and support DWP's digital services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96dcd577-614d-4d4c-82a5-17e189575387 |
| 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 | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 11 May 2026 - 11 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £16,187,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £16,187,500 |
| 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 | MANCHESTER |
| 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 | METHODS BUSINESS & DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72222300 - Information technology services

## Release History

- 14 May 2026 at 09:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96dcd577-614d-4d4c-82a5-17e189575387

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96dcd577-614d-4d4c-82a5-17e189575387
  14th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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