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title: "Investigate applicability of blockchain technology"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE UNITED KINGDOM HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE"
published: "2017-05-26"
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# Investigate applicability of blockchain technology

Buyer: THE UNITED KINGDOM HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f0977508-d67d-42c9-ae27-9d097cec91ef

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Hydrographic Office has recently completed a tender titled "Investigate applicability of blockchain technology," focused on researching the use of blockchain within the UK Hydrographic Office domain. The procurement, which falls under the business and management consultancy services category, took place in the South West region of England. The contract was awarded to Capgemini UK and covered a period from 24 March 2017 to 2 May 2017, with a total contract value of £20,000. The tender period concluded on 23 March 2017.

This tender presents an opportunity for consultancy firms specialising in technological research and implementation, particularly those with a focus on blockchain solutions. Businesses that can demonstrate expertise in innovative technology applications, alongside the ability to conduct thorough research and consulting, may find themselves well-positioned to compete for similar future contracts. Engaging with organisations like the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office could facilitate substantial growth and collaboration within the public sector.

## Notice

Research/consultancy to investigate the applicability of blockchain technology in the UKHO domain

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/648a23c0-846f-47c1-bc5f-31c9bab11abb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 May 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Mar 2017 |
| Contract period | 24 Mar 2017 - 2 May 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 UNITED KINGDOM HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 2DN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Taunton East |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAPGEMINI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

## Release History

- 26 May 2017 at 16:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/648a23c0-846f-47c1-bc5f-31c9bab11abb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/648a23c0-846f-47c1-bc5f-31c9bab11abb
  26th May 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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