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title: "HHT Azure Professional Architecture Service"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d77b7661-0474-4c8a-8732-bb88019aa6d1"
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# HHT Azure Professional Architecture Service

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d77b7661-0474-4c8a-8732-bb88019aa6d1

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) seeking professional architecture services specifically for Azure technology, under the title "HHT Azure Professional Architecture Service." This service falls within the information technology sector, classified under the CPV code 72223000. The procurement method was selective, with a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 11th November 2021, and the awarded contract, valued at £74,600, is set to commence on 15th November 2021 and will run until 14th November 2022, with the project located in the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with expertise in Azure architecture and cloud technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they are deemed suitable for this contract. Companies that can demonstrate innovative solutions and align with the strategic themes and initiatives of the Hybrid Cloud Services will find this an opportune moment to engage with the DWP and expand their service offerings in the burgeoning cloud infrastructure market.

## Notice

Azure Architecture Service - Architecture Service to plan, design and attain governance approval for new / updated capabilities as defined in the Hybrid Cloud Services strategic themes and initiatives. - Provide subject matter expertise for PDUs planning to develop products on Azure to ensure they align HCS strategy, standards and industry good practice. - Guide the design and implementation of the program technical work on Azure and Azure Stack technologies.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c43305c-823e-4aa5-be0c-8662bb47e887 |
| 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 | 24 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | 15 Nov 2021 - 14 Nov 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £74,600 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £74,600 |
| 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 | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOL-TEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72223000 - Information technology requirements review services

## Release History

- 24 Nov 2021 at 10:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c43305c-823e-4aa5-be0c-8662bb47e887

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c43305c-823e-4aa5-be0c-8662bb47e887
  24th November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/255e0cfa-cd70-442e-aa9f-60d6d470747f
  Redacted Contract

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