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title: "Independent Technical Assurance SR592075601"
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# Independent Technical Assurance SR592075601

Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e2b6786c-d448-48b0-b1d8-92918b1db3eb

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## Summary

The procurement process, titled "Independent Technical Assurance SR592075601", is led by H M Revenue & Customs and falls under the IT services industry category. Located in London, this contract involves the replacement of a significant component of an existing HMRC application, with the new system anticipated for delivery in February 2022. The procurement method employed is selective, using a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender period concluded on 29th April 2021. The contract commenced on 1st July 2021 and is set to end on 30th April 2022, with a total contract value of £256,000.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in IT consulting and software development, to provide independent technical assurance services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-positioned to compete, given their flexibility and ability to deliver specialised services. The work will involve assurance of the SAS technology solution used by HMRC, making it especially suitable for firms with expertise in tax compliance analytics and system development.

## Notice

Independent Technical Assurance Services required for replacement of substantial element of an existing HMRC application with a new system that will also provide opportunities for use of the technology in other areas. The system is being built using SAS technology. The system is used by HMRC to target non-compliance with tax returns and submissions. The system is expected to be delivered in February 2022. Existing HMRC risking system (called CONNECT) is coming to end of life and to ensure service continuity a new system is being developed to replace it. HMRC also has need to develop a strategic analytical solution that will enable it to carry out risking in other areas. The team will be expected to support HMRC development teams in assuring that the SAS solution being delivered is fit for purpose and implemented in a cost effective manner. This may involve attendance at regular meetings and/or submission of reviews of designs and proposals. There will be some flexibility over the working pattern, especially given the current pandemic situation. There is a need for the resource to be independent from the SAS organisation Additional information: This procurement was run under the Digital Marketplace, specifically using the DOS 5 Framework. The DOS Opportunity was entitled Expert SAS Technical Assurance Services (ESTAS)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b618fe61-4244-4d7f-959e-67075d4b5edc |
| 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 | 9 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2021 - 30 Apr 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £256,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £250,000 |
| 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 | H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M60 9LA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BUTTERFLY PROJECTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 9 Jul 2021 at 13:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b618fe61-4244-4d7f-959e-67075d4b5edc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b618fe61-4244-4d7f-959e-67075d4b5edc
  9th July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3efaccb5-4d4a-4b64-b229-a5dff789982f

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