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IBM Co-pilot Opportunities IHT

H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS

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16 Mar 2026 at 14:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process undertaken by H M Revenue & Customs involves the tender titled "IBM Co-pilot Opportunities IHT" aimed at developing Co-Pilot prompts for IHT analysis. This contract falls under the IT services category, encompassing consulting, software development, Internet, and support, with a focus on services delivered in the United Kingdom. Currently in the award stage, this direct award contract through a framework method was published on 16 March 2026, with the contract successfully starting on 2 February 2026 and set to conclude by 15 April 2026. The contract, valued at £214,078.50, was awarded to IBM United Kingdom Limited.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in IT consultancy and software development, especially those that can deliver high-value tech solutions for tax analysis. As a direct award framework, it is well-suited for large enterprises with established capabilities in similar IT services. Although the procurement method does not specifically favour SMEs or VCSEs, it is an advantageous contract for those with the requisite scale and experience in handling complex IT projects. The involvement of a well-established buyer like H M Revenue & Customs also ensures credibility and potential for long-term association in public sector technology initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IBM Co-pilot Opportunities IHT

Notice Description

Developing Co-Pilot prompts to enable IHT analysis

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9014b95-a6f6-4241-9f19-172eea8e4441
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Framework Direct Award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£214,078 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£214,078 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 15 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SS99 1AA
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southend-on-Sea
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Southend East and Rochford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IBM UNITED KINGDOM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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