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title: "UK Government Web Archive documentation review and update"
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# UK Government Web Archive documentation review and update

Buyer: THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e0814a01-f0f5-4ce2-87cc-61423a7dc448

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## Summary

The National Archives is seeking to fulfil a contract titled "UK Government Web Archive documentation review and update," aimed at rewriting technical documentation related to web archiving processes. This procurement falls within the IT services sector, specifically consulting and software development, and is located in Richmond, England. The procurement method used is selective, with the tender period having ended on 14th July 2021. The total contract value is £15,000, and the contract period commenced on 17th August 2021, concluding on 5th October 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the IT consulting and software development industries, particularly those experienced in creating engaging technical documentation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as they may offer innovative solutions and flexible services. Competitors should be adept in transforming complex information into accessible formats and possess a strong understanding of web archiving methodologies.

## Notice

Rewrite of technical documentation for the UK Government Web Archive. Produce visually exciting, engaging and informative documentation that clearly explains the web archiving process, technology, methodology and limitations to users and Government departments. Must be easy to maintain by the Web Archiving team going forward without needing specialist authoring tools. Digital Outcomes and Specialists Framework https://www.digitalmarketplace.service.gov.uk/digital-outcomes-and-specialists/opportunities/15113

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9242d4b5-751c-4ceb-84ed-238030f22b4f |
| 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 | 17 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | 16 Aug 2021 - 5 Oct 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,000 |
| 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 | THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 4DU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NHS NEL CSU |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 17 Aug 2021 at 12:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9242d4b5-751c-4ceb-84ed-238030f22b4f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9242d4b5-751c-4ceb-84ed-238030f22b4f
  17th August 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.digitalmarketplace.service.gov.uk/digital-outcomes-and-specialists/opportunities/15113

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