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EIS API Management Gateway

H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS

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07 Feb 2025 at 14:46

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Summary of the contracting process

H M Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has completed the procurement process for the "EIS API Management Gateway" project, with the winning bid awarded to Softcat PLC. The procurement falls under the Software package and information systems category, with additional classifications covering a range of IT services including networking, document creation, and business transaction software. This call-off from a framework agreement involved a selective procurement method. The contract, valued at £3,500,000, runs from 24th January 2025 to 23rd January 2027 and aims to support HMRC's internal API strategy. Key dates include the tender period ending on 13th December 2024 and the award date on 20th December 2024. The primary location for delivery is the United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in software and IT services, especially those specialising in API management, networking, and productivity software. SMEs are particularly encouraged to compete, given HMRC's suitability preferences. The framework nature of this procurement means that businesses capable of delivering comprehensive IT solutions and support will find this contract particularly advantageous. By participating, businesses can enhance their portfolio, gain recognition, and establish long-term relationships with a major government entity like HMRC.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

EIS API Management Gateway

Notice Description

A framework competition for Kong Enterprise, an off-the-shelf product that provides API Management (including API Developer portal functionality) and API Gateway functionality to meet the needs of HMRCs internal API strategy.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/948982a5-ce5c-4fc8-891d-69a0b6c706a9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48100000 - Industry specific software package

48200000 - Networking, Internet and intranet software package

48300000 - Document creation, drawing, imaging, scheduling and productivity software package

48400000 - Business transaction and personal business software package

48500000 - Communication and multimedia software package

48600000 - Database and operating software package

48700000 - Software package utilities

48800000 - Information systems and servers

48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
24 Jan 2025 - 23 Jan 2027 1-2 years
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

SOFTCAT

Further Information

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