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title: "WP2310 Pluralsight licences for GDS-DSIT"
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# WP2310 Pluralsight licences for GDS-DSIT

Buyer: GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d5c6e63e-076f-4fb2-886a-027b5fd1efe3

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "WP2310 Pluralsight licences for GDS-DSIT" was initiated by the Government Digital Service (GDS), a part of the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). This contract involves delivering training software packages to facilitate the upskilling of staff across the organisation, classified under the industry category of goods. The geographical delivery points are in three regions of the United Kingdom: North West, London, and South West. Initially drafted as a selective procurement via a call-off from a framework agreement, the process has now reached the award stage, with a contract period set from 22 December 2025 to 21 December 2027. The total value of the contract is £450,000, with the award being published on 8 January 2026.

This tender presents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in software solutions and training services to enhance their market presence. The procurement process indicates a preference for experienced suppliers capable of providing high-quality goods, ideal for businesses either already operating in, or looking to expand into, the public sector technology training market. The contract, awarded to Softcat PLC, reflects an acknowledgment of the required scale and capacity, suggesting that similar medium to large enterprises are competitively positioned to bid for such tenders. The focus on upskilling GDS staff emphasises a significant demand for innovative and reliable training solutions, thus offering a platform for businesses to demonstrate their capability and drive business growth through continued engagement in public procurement projects.

## Notice

To provide Pluralsight licences for Government Digital Service (GDS),part of Department of Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) - to enable upskilling of staff learning and skills across the organisation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/250bc47c-c5e1-471c-ba1d-0c5c4214d862 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 22 Dec 2025 - 21 Dec 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £450,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £450,000 |
| 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 | GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E1 8QS |
| 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 | TLD North West (England), TLI London, TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48931000 - Training software package

## Release History

- 8 Jan 2026 at 13:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/250bc47c-c5e1-471c-ba1d-0c5c4214d862

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/250bc47c-c5e1-471c-ba1d-0c5c4214d862
  8th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/38b197ba-5fcd-4529-931c-f89368bfd5bb
  Redacated agreement (removal of personal and commercial sensitive information), which was agreed upon by both parties

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