Supply of SMS Messaging Services for GOV.UK Notify
Government Digital Service · Awarded contract
AwardedSupply of SMS Messaging Services for GOV.UK Notify
Awarded 18 Jan 2019
Awarded18 Jan 2019
Value£800,000.00
SupplierFIRETEXT COMMUNICATIONS LTD
RegionLondon
CategoryIT & Software
Ended 6y 10mo ago12mo term
Awarded 18 Jan 2019Expired 17 Jan 2020
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Government Digital Service awarded a contract to Firetext Communications Ltd for SMS messaging services to support GOV.UK Notify, a multi-channel digital communications platform used by UK public sector service teams to send emails, text messages, and letters to users.
These messages typically include status updates, requests for action, receipts of applications or supporting information, and reminders.
The contract value is AUD 800,000.
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