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title: "Optical Recognition and Complex Analysis"
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# Optical Recognition and Complex Analysis

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-caf4d71f-81de-4756-b719-b3be8b56c693

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## Summary

The Department for Work and Pensions, based in Blackpool, has successfully completed the procurement process for the project titled "Optical Recognition and Complex Analysis". This tender falls within the IT services industry, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, and support. The procurement was conducted using a selective method and took place under a framework agreement. The contract, awarded on 15th July 2020, has a total value of £92,500 and spans from 20th July to 19th November 2020. The tender period concluded on 14th July 2020.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, especially those with capabilities in developing bespoke software solutions such as Optical Character Recognition (OCR) systems. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) that can provide innovative approaches within the technology sector would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar future tenders. Engaging with government contracts can enable these businesses to expand their client base and enhance their visibility within the public sector marketplace.

## Notice

Complete the development of a bespoke OCR solution

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37cf8b9b-9c7c-45f6-8654-d12c51327dbf |
| 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 | 24 Jul 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jul 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 19 Jul 2020 - 19 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £92,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £92,500 |
| 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 | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | FY4 8ES |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DEMARQ |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 24 Jul 2020 at 14:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37cf8b9b-9c7c-45f6-8654-d12c51327dbf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37cf8b9b-9c7c-45f6-8654-d12c51327dbf
  24th July 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b4676ad3-2f71-468a-b05e-bc3635119c72
  n/a

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