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title: "Experienced RDF Developer to build 'Alpha' archival catalogue system, data store and API interfaces"
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# Experienced RDF Developer to build 'Alpha' archival catalogue system, data store and API interfaces

Buyer: THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a91df126-fa8d-4904-81eb-53b0f91e30e5

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## Summary

The National Archives, located in Kew, Richmond, has successfully completed a procurement process for the title "Experienced RDF Developer to build 'Alpha' archival catalogue system, data store and API interfaces." This contract falls under the IT services category, specifically consulting and software development, and has a total value of £60,000. The procurement method was selective, with the contract awarded on May 27, 2021. The contract period spans from June 14, 2021, to October 13, 2021, and the tender period ended on May 13, 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in software development and IT consulting. Businesses that have experience in developing data management systems and API interfaces would be particularly well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. The engagement with The National Archives can enhance visibility and expand one's portfolio within the public sector, leveraging the respected nature of this organisation and its ongoing technological initiatives.

## Notice

https://www.digitalmarketplace.service.gov.uk/digital-outcomes-and-specialists/opportunities/14701 Digital Outcomes and Specialists Framework

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2b4af29-5a6f-4fca-9af1-8a3ab26cfd86 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 13 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 May 2021 |
| Contract period | 13 Jun 2021 - 13 Oct 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £60,000 |
| 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 | THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 4DU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JD CODE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 15 Jun 2021 at 12:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2b4af29-5a6f-4fca-9af1-8a3ab26cfd86

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2b4af29-5a6f-4fca-9af1-8a3ab26cfd86
  15th June 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.digitalmarketplace.service.gov.uk/digital-outcomes-and-specialists/opportunities/14701
- https://www.digitalmarketplace.service.gov.uk/digital-outcomes-and-specialists/opportunities/14701DigitalOutcomesandSpecialistsFramework

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