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title: "Specialist Technology Services"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e9434543-17f5-489d-bc58-8e33e32c99bd"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION"
published: "2018-12-18"
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# Specialist Technology Services

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e9434543-17f5-489d-bc58-8e33e32c99bd

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## Summary

The Department for Education has recently completed a procurement process for Specialist Technology Services, classified under IT services such as consulting, software development, and internet support. This tender was initiated under a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 5th July 2018, while the contract commenced on 11th July 2018 and will run until 10th July 2020. The services are set to be delivered across various locations, including the UK and British Overseas Territories, reflecting a broad engagement area for potential suppliers.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand into the education sector, particularly those specialising in IT services. With a contract value of £4 million, businesses that can provide consultancy, software development, or support services tailored to educational institutions would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging with the Department for Education can lead to long-term partnerships, making this an attractive opportunity for SMEs focused on innovation and technology in education.

## Notice

Specialist Technology Services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61801fb0-2ee5-4c4d-9091-d471d384e746 |
| 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 | 18 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Jul 2018 |
| Contract period | 10 Jul 2018 - 10 Jul 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,000,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV1 2WT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | St Michael's |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TALENT INTERNATIONAL (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 18 Dec 2018 at 15:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61801fb0-2ee5-4c4d-9091-d471d384e746

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61801fb0-2ee5-4c4d-9091-d471d384e746
  18th December 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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