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Early Market Engagement Webinar and RFI - Generic Identity Verification Service (GIDV)

HOME OFFICE

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10 Oct 2025 at 14:02

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office is preparing for the re-procurement of its General Identity Verification Solution (GIDV), starting with an Early Market Engagement process. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, focusing on the industry category of biometric sensors, IT software packages, and software development services. Key activities include a market engagement webinar scheduled for 31st October 2025 at 10:00 AM UK time, to be held via Microsoft Teams. Interested parties should register by 30th October 2025. The engagement process aims to inform suppliers about the forthcoming tender expected in 2026, with an estimated contract value of up to £125 million and a term of up to seven years. The procurement will be conducted through a Competitive Flexible Procedure, addressing locations including the UK and various international regions.

This early market engagement offers a significant opportunity for businesses involved in biometric identity verification, specifically those with capabilities in facial recognition, chip reading, liveness detection, and secure system integration. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage as the project supports such entities. Through participation in the webinar and RFI, businesses can influence the tender's requirements, ensuring they are both accessible and commercially viable. The initiative represents an opportunity to contribute to shaping a critical UK immigration service, fostering business growth through innovation and partnership with the Home Office.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Early Market Engagement Webinar and RFI - Generic Identity Verification Service (GIDV)

Notice Description

Home Office Supplier Engagement - Market Engagement Generic Identity Verification Service (GIDV) Service Re-procurement The Home Office is preparing to reprocure its General Identity Verification Solution (GIDV), a critical service supporting passport chip verification and facial matching for individuals requiring identity verification for UK entry or residency. The new tender is expected to be launched in 2026. To ensure the future procurement is well-informed and attractive to the market, we are conducting early market engagement and inviting suppliers to participate in a Webinar and complete a Request for Information (RFI) questionnaire. This is an opportunity for suppliers with relevant capabilities in biometric identity verification, facial recognition, chip reading, liveness detection, and secure integration with government systems to help shape the future of this essential service. Webinar Details - Date: Thursday, 31st October 2025 - Time: 10:00 AM (UK time) - Location: Microsoft Teams - Registration Link: Copy the URL below or click on attachment 1 URL: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/f92fe047-b791-465b-a03f-20a959ab0e5f@f24d93ec-b291-4192-a08a-f182245945c2 to register for the Webinar by Wednesday 30th October 17:00 (UK time) Next Steps for Suppliers 1. Register and attend the Webinar to learn more about the GIDV programme and procurement plans. 2. Download and complete the RFI questionnaire post Webinar, which includes questions on your organisation's capabilities, financials, technology readiness, and service delivery models. 3. Submit your completed RFI response via the JAGGAER eSourcing portal. The RFI will help the Home Office understand market capabilities, assess supplier interest, and refine the procurement strategy. Your input will be instrumental in shaping the requirements and ensuring the competition is accessible and commercially viable Procurement Overview - Estimated Contract Value: Up to PS125 million - Expected Contract Term: 5 years + 1 year + 1 year - Route to Market: Competitive Flexible Procedure - Fingerprint self-enrolment may be explored via pilot or proof-of-concept during the contract term. Important Notes - Participation in this market engagement is voluntary and non-evaluative. - Responses will not be scored or used in any future tender evaluation. - All information shared will be managed in accordance with FOIA and confidentiality principles outlined in the RFI. - The Home Office will not be liable for any costs incurred in completing and submitting this voluntary questionnaire Help shape the future of identity verification in UK immigration. We look forward to your participation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-419eb723-c27d-483d-91a4-df17efef7e3a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/709c4dc1-bf60-4d3c-ad3c-9882bdd13be0
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

48 - Software package and information systems

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

CPV Codes

35125110 - Biometric sensors

48517000 - IT software package

72212517 - IT software development services

72261000 - Software support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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