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title: "WP1537 Slack"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e002067d-d5fd-4c0c-95e1-51fdbda525ac"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE"
published: "2018-04-23"
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# WP1537 Slack

Buyer: GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e002067d-d5fd-4c0c-95e1-51fdbda525ac

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## Summary

The public procurement process involves the Government Digital Service as the contracting authority, which has recently completed the tender titled "WP1537 Slack." This procurement falls within the software package and information systems industry category and is specifically for the provision of 1,000 licences for the Slack 'Plus' team communication tool, along with support. The tender was awarded through a direct procurement method, classified as a single tender action below the threshold. It had a contract value of £80,000 and was located in London. The contract period commenced on 26 March 2018 and is set to conclude on 25 March 2019, with the tender period formally ending on 1 March 2018.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in software development and communication tools, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive support services. Companies that specialise in team collaboration solutions or have experience in delivering software as a service (SaaS) would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging in this sector could enable businesses to expand their offerings and collaborate with public sector bodies, fostering growth through strategic partnerships and leveraging government contracts for enhanced visibility in the marketplace.

## Notice

The requirements for Provision of Slack 'Plus' team communication tool for all members of GDS. 1,000 licences with support

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29ffbf06-8137-401a-b8d3-d0ce8a2de819 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 25 Mar 2018 - 25 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £80,000 |
| 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 | Not specified |
| Postcode | E1 |
| 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 | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SLACK TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2018 at 09:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29ffbf06-8137-401a-b8d3-d0ce8a2de819

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29ffbf06-8137-401a-b8d3-d0ce8a2de819
  23rd April 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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