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GB-Abingdon: STEP Project Controls Framework - Transition and Embedding Support

BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED

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05 Jun 2026 at 10:23

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Summary of the contracting process

The STEP Project Controls Framework - Transition and Embedding Support contract, awarded to Arcadis (Consulting) (UK) Ltd on 11 April 2026, is facilitated by BIP Solutions Limited from Abingdon. This procurement falls under the category of Project Management Consultancy Services (CPV: 72224000) and takes place in the United Kingdom with the implementation extending to multiple international locations. The contract, culminating on 31 August 2026, supports the UK's fusion sector growth through seamless integration into standard business practices. The procurement stage is at 'Award', focusing on embedding project control frameworks as part of UKIFS's strategic and operational objectives.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for large-scale businesses specialising in project management consultancy to enhance their involvement within government major portfolio programmes. It offers a platform to those experienced in evolving project controls frameworks and integrating digital workflows, particularly firms possessing comprehensive expertise in the public sector and regulatory compliance. Companies capable of supporting substantial programme performance improvements and fostering sustainability, alongside innovation in consultancy, stand to benefit from the established continuity and capacity-building aspects of this contract. Although not directly suitable for SMEs and VCSE, the initiative facilitates longer-term engagement, thus reinforcing existing sector capabilities and potentially leading to further contractual opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Abingdon: STEP Project Controls Framework - Transition and Embedding Support

Notice Description

The STEP programme is entering a critical transition period as it moves from framework development into Implementation and live including onboarding of the Construction Partner (CP) and standing up Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) by September 2026. To meet this milestone, UKIFS requires continuity of expertise to finalise, embed and hand over the STEP Project Controls Framework into early business-as-usual (BAU). Arcadis has been the primary developer of the framework. As we enter into the next phase of implementing the PPMO framework in STEP the contextual knowledge and stakeholder relationships that Arcadis have becomes vital to for keeping the momentum and ensure smooth transition into Business as Usual without disruption to core programme delivery. The proposal is closely aligned with the STEP Programme's strategic goals, as well as UKIFS' broader organisational objectives. The development and embedding of a standardised project controls framework is necessary for UKIFS to operate as an intelligent client, particularly as the supply chain expands and as the delivery model transitions into a more integrated partnership with industry. A mature controls environment directly supports predictable programme performance, and the ability to comply with emerging government standards and regulatory expectations of a government major portfolio programme. Furthermore, this work supports sustainability and innovation objectives by improving how project data is structured, processed and supports data drive for decision-making. The integration of the FUSION Lifecycle into Method Grid will strengthen digital workflow capability and enable consistent quality across delivery teams. As STEP grows, this foundation will support the wider national fusion mission and contribute to long-term sector capability. Finally, the training and capability transfer elements contribute to local and national skills development. The train-the-trainer model, pilot project engagement, and early BAU handover activities ensure that skills are not held externally but transferred directly into UKIFS and the IPTs and Partners. Additional information: Call-off from framework agreement (MCF4) via direct award.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c6eb1dd4-2f96-407a-86fb-371cfefedcf1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a9f490d-fdf1-44bb-83a2-9fad6693a1c2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£625,038 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£625,038 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
13 Apr 2026 - 31 Aug 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
BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABINGDON
Postcode
OX14 3DB
Postcode Area
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Arcadis (Consulting) (UK) LTD

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