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title: "ecm_12604 Identity and Trust Augmented Resources"
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# ecm_12604 Identity and Trust Augmented Resources

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f9e5df54-49f1-478f-82b2-8ee31b36e1e6

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## Summary

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has awarded a contract titled "ecm_12604 Identity and Trust Augmented Resources" for the provision of DDaT Resources for Identity and Trust Services. This contract falls under the IT services category, including consulting, software development, Internet, and support (CPV: 72000000). The procurement process was conducted using a selective method through a framework agreement. The contract is valued at £7.9 million, with a minimum value of £6.32 million, and it will cover regions including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and other global locations. The tender was completed, and the contract period is from 1st February 2025 to 31st January 2027. The procurement stage is the award stage, with the award published on 4th December 2024, following the award date of 2nd December 2024.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those who can augment DWP's capabilities in identity and trust services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, given the focus on a diverse supplier base. Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited, a large-scale company, has been awarded this contract, highlighting the potential for other similar-sized businesses or specialised IT consultancies to secure government contracts through selective procurement and framework agreements. This could lead to business growth in terms of revenue, market reach, and expertise in public sector IT services. The substantial contract value and long-term engagement provide a stable and lucrative opportunity for the chosen supplier.

## Notice

Provision of DDaT Resources for DWP Identity and Trust Services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4cda670-730b-4ab0-a1cf-847f4b1480ba |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,900,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £6,320,000 |
| 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 WORK AND PENSIONS |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY4 5ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Stanley |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | METHODS BUSINESS AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 4 Dec 2024 at 11:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4cda670-730b-4ab0-a1cf-847f4b1480ba

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4cda670-730b-4ab0-a1cf-847f4b1480ba
  4th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f7a20d44-032c-40aa-b19f-f45dfd2819b8
  Redacted Contract

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