Planning

UK Tobacco Track and Trace system SR464477442

H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS

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Planning

28 May 2021 at 15:08

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being conducted by H M Revenue & Customs for the UK Tobacco Track and Trace system, identified as SR464477442. This initiative falls within the software and information systems industry category and is located in the UK. Currently in the planning stage, this procurement aims to award a concession contract to a single supplier to take over the tracking and tracing system for tobacco products following the expiry of the current contract on 30th June 2022. A supplier engagement event is scheduled virtually for 14th June 2021 to outline the requirements and invite potential suppliers to participate. The current notice also indicates a future communication date of 2nd July 2021.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in software development, particularly those experienced with tracking systems, data management, and compliance with regulatory frameworks. Businesses that can provide innovative solutions that meet the technical requirements established by HMRC are encouraged to participate. The project is anticipated to lead to a five-year agreement, making it particularly attractive for companies looking for long-term partnerships with government institutions in the UK's public sector.

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Notice Title

UK Tobacco Track and Trace system SR464477442

Notice Description

HMRC intend to award a concession contract to a single supplier for the United Kingdom's tobacco tracking and tracing system under the World Health Organization Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products. The UK has a current supplier who provides the services required to enable the continued tracking and tracing of tobacco products manufactured in or imported into the UK. Our current contract for this provision expires on 30th June 2022 and we are seeking a supplier to deliver this solution from 1st July 2022. The purpose of this Prior Information Notice is to alert interested parties and invite potential suppliers to a virtual engagement event on 14th June 2021.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The UK ratified the WHO Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products in 2018. The Protocol requires parties to implement a traceability system for tobacco products manufactured in or imported into their territory, taking into account regional specific needs and available best practice. The UK has a current supplier who provides the services required to enable the continued tracking and tracing of tobacco products manufactured in or imported into the UK. HMRC have a contract to deliver this system until 30/06/22 and will run a procurement exercise to ensure a system is in operation from 01/07/22. The intention is to award a 5 year agreement. The provider's main responsibilities will be to deliver a: -ID issuer service, to ensure tobacco products manufactured in or imported into the UK are marked with a unique identifier -Data repository and router to store data relating to products and which is accessible to HMRC. Other services may be required as we continue to define the requirements during the tender process. Additional information: Suppliers interested in this opportunity will be invited to virtually attend a supplier event on 14th June 1pm - 3pm. At this event, there will be a presentation providing an overview of the requirements and HMRC's procurement plan. There will also be opportunity for follow up questions. The event will help potential bidders understand the complex technical requirements for providing a UK tobacco traceability system. Input from attendees will also help HMRC set out the detailed requirements in the technical specification and other documents.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02b67d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012043-2021
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48100000 - Industry specific software package

48600000 - Database and operating software package

48800000 - Information systems and servers

48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS
Contact Name
Jessica Goodwin
Contact Email
jessica.goodwin1@hmrc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7391732055

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC3R 6EE
Post Town
Central 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
City of London
Electoral Ward
Billingsgate
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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