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Data Delivery Tactical - Awarded Contract

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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29 May 2026 at 14:46

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has completed a procurement process titled "Data Delivery Tactical - Awarded Contract" in the services category, specifically for database systems. The procurement utilised a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. Located in London, the FCDO has engaged in this contract to develop data systems across a wide geographical region, including the British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the UK, and globally. The procurement process reached the award stage on 29th May 2026, with Aker Systems Ltd as the awarded supplier, and the contract is valued at £950,000. The contract period is set to commence on 2nd June 2026 and conclude on 1st December 2026, with potential for a 3-month extension.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in database systems services. Although the procurement process is already awarded, similar future opportunities can benefit small and medium enterprises (SMEs) due to their eligibility for such contracts. Large-scale providers like Aker Systems Ltd have proven capability in delivering extensive services, which makes this particular procurement advantageous for businesses adept at handling complex data development tasks. Engaging with government bodies like the FCDO in the international geographic context mentioned can also bolster a company's reputation and market positioning.

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Notice Title

Data Delivery Tactical - Awarded Contract

Notice Description

The contract for data development services has been awarded following the framework direct award process. The contract is for 6 months, with an option to extend for another 3 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ef887359-c42c-4187-9eab-aab4da09b9b7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b696ee9e-33c0-4ffc-820c-bcf790301045
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

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48610000 - Database systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£950,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£950,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20266 days ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 1 Dec 2026 6-12 months
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

AKER SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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