Planning

Digital Build and Run

DBS

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Planning

06 May 2025 at 14:59

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process, currently in the planning stage, is initiated by DBS, a sub-central government authority located in Liverpool, Merseyside. The procurement, titled "Digital Build and Run," falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on IT services like consulting, software development, and support. This procurement is planned to begin on 19 January 2027 and conclude by 18 January 2030, with the possibility of extension until 18 January 2031. The delivery region is the United Kingdom, with important communication updates expected by 19 October 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the IT services sector, particularly those specialising in digital service design, development, and support. The project is suitable for SMEs, offering them a chance to expand their portfolio and establish a partnership with a government institution. Companies with expertise in consulting, software development, and software support can leverage this opportunity for growth and increased market presence. The procurement method aims to be inclusive of a wide range of service providers, encouraging diverse participation in the competitive process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Digital Build and Run

Notice Description

Design, development and support of digital services

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050d55
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019179-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
19 Oct 20268 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Jan 2027 - 18 Jan 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DBS
Contact Name
Colette Owen
Contact Email
dbscommercial@dbs.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03000 724243

Buyer Location

Locality
MERSEYSIDE
Postcode
L3 1QY
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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