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title: "Cloud Skytap Services"
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# Cloud Skytap Services

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ad6acc59-d0fe-46c5-be11-41a50c4557d3

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## Summary

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has completed the award stage of its procurement process for the "Cloud Skytap Services" contract, which falls under the Software Programming and Consultancy Services industry category (CPV 72200000). This selective procurement, conducted via a call-off from a framework agreement, aims to provide cloud-based application environments for the combined CPS, LMS, and LMS MIS services. The contract, valued at £109,890.56, will commence on 1 January 2025 and conclude on 31 December 2025. The tender process officially ended on 24 October 2024, with the award date being the same.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for technology and IT service businesses, particularly those specialising in cloud solutions and software development. SMEs are encouraged to engage due to the suitability criteria. The contract with IBM highlights the priority for substantial expertise in delivering cloud services, making it an attractive opportunity for businesses aiming to expand their footprint in public sector contracts and cloud infrastructure provision. The multi-regional scope, including the United Kingdom and various territories, further amplifies the potential for extensive business development and market reach.

## Notice

12 month contract for IBM Cloud for Skytap Solutions providing cloud-based application environments for the combined CPS, LMS and LMS MIS services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/86de3aae-5aa4-432b-a4ec-e74f8981c23b |
| 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 | 5 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £109,890 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £109,890 |
| 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 | IBM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 Dec 2024 at 14:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/86de3aae-5aa4-432b-a4ec-e74f8981c23b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/86de3aae-5aa4-432b-a4ec-e74f8981c23b
  5th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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