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title: "Software for Automation Testing"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-97b88ab8-bc31-438b-a266-dd605a1e5de4"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "OFSTED"
published: "2020-06-30"
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# Software for Automation Testing

Buyer: OFSTED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-97b88ab8-bc31-438b-a266-dd605a1e5de4

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## Summary

The procurement process for the provision of software for automation testing was conducted by Ofsted, with the title "Software for Automation Testing." This project falls under the industry category of software package and information systems. The contract was awarded to Specialist Computer Centres PLC, with the award published on 30th June 2020. The initial tender period concluded on 24th April 2020, and the contract duration is set from 18th May 2020 to 17th May 2021. The procurement method utilized was a selective process via a call-off from the Technology Products & Associated Services Framework Agreement (RM6068), specifically Lot 3.

This tender presents opportunities, particularly for businesses that specialise in software development and automation solutions, allowing them to enhance their service offerings within the public sector. As this contract has been awarded, it highlights the competitive landscape for similarly skilled firms aiming to engage with Ofsted or other public organisations in future tenders. Companies with experience in providing innovative IT solutions, especially those familiar with framework agreements, would greatly benefit from closely monitoring upcoming procurement processes of this nature.

## Notice

Please note that this contract has already been awarded and that this contract is being published for transparency purposes only. Call Off from Call-Off Contract under the Technology Products & Associated Services Framework Agreement (RM6068), Lot 3 - Software and Associated Services. This contract is for the provision of software for automation testing for Ofsted.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d8b3876-1375-4e29-b65c-61c16c97f053 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 30 Jun 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Apr 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 May 2020 |
| Contract period | 17 May 2020 - 17 May 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,121 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £14,121 |
| 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 | OFSTED |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 2WD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 30 Jun 2020 at 09:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d8b3876-1375-4e29-b65c-61c16c97f053

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d8b3876-1375-4e29-b65c-61c16c97f053
  30th June 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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