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title: "Backlog reduction Programme - Communicating the case for change"
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# Backlog reduction Programme - Communicating the case for change

Buyer: CABINET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c84b1411-f9cc-40c2-94e1-c21232c296fb

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## Summary

The Cabinet Office has completed its procurement process titled "Backlog reduction Programme - Communicating the case for change," within the IT services industry category. This process, classified under CPV code 72000000, involved developing communications material and products. The tender, managed by Bloom Procurement Services Ltd, was carried out using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The project was valued at £99,997 and covered from 18 February 2025 to 31 March 2025, with all activities concentrated around the postcode NE1 2DS in Newcastle upon Tyne.

This tender presents a great opportunity for businesses involved in consulting, software development, internet, and support services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would particularly benefit due to the emphasis on suitability for SMEs. Companies geared towards short-term project engagements and possessing robust communication strategy capabilities would find this procurement project particularly advantageous. The award to Bloom Procurement Services Ltd signifies potential collaboration prospects for businesses looking to engage in similar future government contracts.

## Notice

Ernst & Young LLP (EY) have been appointed by Bloom Procurement Services Ltd on behalf of the Cabinet Office to undertake a short-term project to develop Comms material and products

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/838ba75f-c43f-448b-b4bf-e8684e367c4e |
| 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 | 20 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 18 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £99,997 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £99,997 |
| 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 | CABINET OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2AS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLOOM PROCUREMENT SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2025 at 09:02 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/838ba75f-c43f-448b-b4bf-e8684e367c4e
- 10 Mar 2025 at 20:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/838ba75f-c43f-448b-b4bf-e8684e367c4e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/838ba75f-c43f-448b-b4bf-e8684e367c4e
  20th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5d3faee2-7b4b-49c0-bf90-976114c2792a

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