GB-London: IT Managed Services - Stage 1 Assessment

THE CAREERS AND ENTERPRISE COMPANY

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Tender

22 Jun 2026 at 16:50

Summary of the contracting process

The Careers and Enterprise Company has initiated the procurement process titled "GB-London: IT Managed Services - Stage 1 Assessment." This tender, under the industry category of computer-related professional services, seeks to assess suppliers for IT Managed Services. The procurement is open and is currently at the tender stage, with interested suppliers required to submit their suitability assessments by 6th July 2026. The project will be located in London, with the contract period extending from 1st March 2027 to 28th February 2030. The total contract value is projected to be £1,000,000, making it a significant opportunity for businesses in the IT sector.

This tender represents a substantial business growth opportunity, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), which are considered suitable for this contract. Companies specialising in IT services, system and support services, and related consulting work stand to benefit from engaging with this open procedure. By participating, businesses have the chance to secure a long-term contract, providing stability and a platform for showcasing their expertise in delivering managed IT services in a prominent metropolitan area like London.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

GB-London: IT Managed Services - Stage 1 Assessment

Notice Description

Initial assessment of suppliers' suitability and capability to deliver IT Managed Services, prior to invitation to the next stage of the procurement process. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e8035b68-b32f-4dee-9402-5f84f6b537f0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eec4f6d7-6ca4-4b08-a014-db69a7906db0
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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

72250000 - System and support services

72590000 - Computer-related professional services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2027 - 28 Feb 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CAREERS AND ENTERPRISE COMPANY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC1A 4JQ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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