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title: "Automated testing for GOV.UK publishing applications"
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# Automated testing for GOV.UK publishing applications

Buyer: GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9fe152b3-e02c-4328-867b-1c41b0ce789b

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## Summary

The Government Digital Service is undertaking a procurement process for "Automated testing for GOV.UK publishing applications," focusing on computer-related services. This tender is currently in the award stage, with an awarded contract value of £92,800. The service delivery is set to take place in London, with the contract period commencing from 23rd October 2017 to 30th March 2018. The procurement method is selective, using a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period has concluded, with the end date marked on 9th October 2017.

This opportunity allows businesses, particularly those specialising in computer support, consultancy, and audit services, to expand their operational footprint. Companies that can develop automated functional tests and have expertise with Rspec and Capybara would be well-suited for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, leveraging their agility and innovative capabilities to compete effectively in this niche market.

## Notice

Testers and developers needed to understand the behaviours of our publishing applications and write new automated functional tests for them. The team would perform some exploratory testing and automate the tests to fit in with our Rspec and Capybara-based testing framework. Appropriate training and instruction will be provided

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89d4b072-7425-4ecb-8488-4b41e0075087 |
| 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 | 12 Dec 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Oct 2017 |
| Contract period | 22 Oct 2017 - 30 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £92,800 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £92,800 |
| 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 | GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E1 8DX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Whitechapel |
| Westminster constituency | Bethnal Green and Stepney |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MADE TECH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72500000 - Computer-related services
- 72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services
- 72800000 - Computer audit and testing services

## Release History

- 12 Dec 2017 at 13:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89d4b072-7425-4ecb-8488-4b41e0075087

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89d4b072-7425-4ecb-8488-4b41e0075087
  12th December 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.digitalmarketplace.service.gov.uk/digital-outcomes-and-specialists/opportunities/5122
  WP1455: End to end tests for GOV.UK Publishing applications - published requirement

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