Spark - The Technology Innovation Marketplace
Crown Commercial Service has set up the Spark Technology Innovation Marketplace as a dynamic purchasing system for central government and the wider public sector to buy innovative technology products and services. CCS operates in the public procurement sector, and the DPS lets appointed suppliers be invited to compete for individual calls for competition based on subject area, delivery method, geography and security level. The scope covers a wide range of technology solutions, with buyers able to procure relevant services through the marketplace across the UK, Crown Dependencies and numerous overseas territories and international locations listed in the notice. The system was initially created for 48 months and has now been extended to run until 15 February 2029; the value is not specified. The key qualification requirement is that bidders must be appointed to the DPS, which requires meeting the marketplace’s relevant service filters and participation criteria for the technology area, delivery method, location and security level.
Buyer: Crown Commercial Service. Source: Contracts Finder. Updated 15 Mar 2019.
Key facts
- Estimated value: Not stated by the buyer
- Bids close: 13 Feb 2029
- Location: United Kingdom
- Procedure: Restricted procedure (above threshold)
- Contract period: 14 Feb 2029 to 15 Feb 2029
- Category: Computer equipment and supplies (30200000)
From the official notice
Crown Commercial Service (CCS) set up a dynamic purchasing system for a period of 48 months and invited bidders to request to participate for the Spark - The Technology Innovation Marketplace DPS. This DPS provides central government and wider public sector departments the opportunity to procure an extensive range of innovative technology products and services. The four (4) distinct elements of the DPS service filters are subject/problem area, delivery method (technology type), geographical location and security level. Appointed Suppliers will be invited by customers (buyers) to submit tenders for relevant services through a call for competition. Additional information: Please be aware the dates input in the 'Contract Start Date' and 'Contract End Date' have been revised to enable the opportunity to remain open on Contracts Finder. The 'Closing Date' input is correct and is a true reflection of the contract end date for RM6094 SPARK DPS. The DPS was set up for an initial 3 years: 16/04/2019 - 15/04/2022 The following extensions have been utilised: 1st extension: 16/04/2022 - 15/04/2023 (1 year) 2nd extension: 16/04/2023 - 15/04/2025 (2 years) 3rd extension: 15/04/2025 - 15/11/2026 (19 month) The DPS has been extended for a final time and the end date is now 15/02/2029
View the official notice
Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 13 Feb 2029.
What is it worth?
The buyer has not published a value.
Who can apply?
The buyer has marked it as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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