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TOSCA Automated Testing Software

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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14 Apr 2026 at 14:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), located in London, England, has concluded the procurement process for the provision of TOSCA automated testing software licences for its ERP system. The contract, classified under IT services, consulting, software development, Internet and support (CPV code: 72000000), has progressed to the award stage as of 14 April 2026. This selective procurement utilised a call-off method from a framework agreement, with an initial tender value of £268,564 GBP. The contract period spans from 15 April 2026 to 15 April 2027, covering delivery across regions including the United Kingdom, Europe, and various other territories.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services and software development, particularly those with expertise in automated testing solutions. Inspired Testing Ltd, a large-scale enterprise, has successfully been awarded the contract, highlighting the scope for established players in the industry to engage in similar procurements. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that offer seasoned consulting and technological support services may also find potential for growth through participation in future tender opportunities facilitated by governmental bodies like the FCDO.

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Notice Title

TOSCA Automated Testing Software

Notice Description

provision of TOSCA automated testing software licences for FCDO ERP

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3153d549-cb0b-4a04-b6df-7abf40b75208
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£268,564 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£268,564 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
14 Apr 2026 - 15 Apr 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSPIRED TESTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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