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title: "HDS Access to Work DISC Refactor Build"
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# HDS Access to Work DISC Refactor Build

Buyer: DWP  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-92ff5c85-7cc9-4253-b74a-b3ac085936f4

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## Summary

The procurement process named "HDS Access to Work DISC Refactor Build" was conducted by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in the United Kingdom. This process involved IT services, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support, under the industry category of "72000000" according to the CPV classification. The procurement, now at the award stage as of 10th November 2025, utilised a selective method involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract was awarded to IBM United Kingdom Ltd, with a total value of £2,200,000. This contract is set to commence on 20th October 2025 and will conclude on 31st March 2026. The services will primarily be delivered in the North West region, with the contracting authority located in Blackpool, postcode FY4 5ES.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses with expertise in IT services, offering new avenues for growth and partnerships within public sector projects. Companies that are Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) or Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) may find themselves particularly suitable for such contracts, given the nature and scale of the project involved. Businesses equipped to deliver comprehensive IT solutions could leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio and establish a stronger presence in the public services market.

## Notice

Refactor the Access To work source code that resides on the DISC legacy system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53d6ecc8-a427-4369-9d6a-d49581a34b50 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 19 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,200,000 |
| 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 | DWP |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY4 5ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Stanley |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool South |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IBM UNITED KINGDOM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 10 Nov 2025 at 16:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53d6ecc8-a427-4369-9d6a-d49581a34b50

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53d6ecc8-a427-4369-9d6a-d49581a34b50
  10th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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