Opencast has announced a significant achievement by securing a £32 million contract with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
- This partnership marks one of the largest contracts in Opencast’s history, reflecting their ongoing collaboration with DWP over four years.
- The agreement entails Opencast supporting DWP Digital with development of ‘citizen-facing’ services, focusing on accessibility and product delivery.
- Opencast’s comprehensive expertise in large-scale projects has positioned them as a key player in delivering public-oriented solutions.
- This contract reaffirms Opencast’s ambition to expand, with potential new offices following the successful launch in Glasgow.
Opencast has proudly announced its £32 million contract win with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), a testament to their strong and strategic partnership cultivated over four years. As one of the largest contracts awarded to them, this deal underscores the company’s pivotal role in supporting public service transformations.
This partnership will enable Opencast to assist DWP Digital by providing various crucial services, including product management, delivery, analysis, and ensuring systems are accessible to all citizens. The focus is to enhance and streamline ‘citizen-facing’ services, making them more accessible and user-friendly, thereby improving overall public interaction with governmental digital platforms.
Harry Armstrong, the chief growth officer, expressed enthusiasm for this opportunity, highlighting the significant scale of human-focused solutions that Opencast will bring to critical public services. This aligns with Opencast’s extensive history of managing projects that positively impact citizens, thus reinforcing their reputation as a leader in digital transformation.
Continuing its trajectory of growth, Opencast is leveraging its position on the Government’s Digital Specialists & Programmes procurement framework to extend its services. This framework facilitates their contribution of digital, data, and technology skills crucial for digital transformation programs, and permits integration within government teams.
The company’s growth extends beyond this contract, as they continue to pursue ambitious financial targets. Their strategic plan includes potential expansions in cities like Birmingham, Manchester, and Bristol to complement their existing presence in locations such as Edinburgh, Leeds, and Newcastle. This expansion aims to attract top talent across the UK, further driving their mission towards achieving £100 million in revenue by 2026.
Opencast’s successful contract with DWP signifies a major step in their strategic growth and continued contribution to public service development.
