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The UK digital identity and attributes trust framework

DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY

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03 Jun 2025 at 15:47

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation & Technology is inviting tenders for the UK digital identity and attributes trust framework, a project falling under the category of research and experimental development services. This opportunity is located in the United Kingdom and is currently in the tender stage. The procurement follows the open procedure method, and interested parties should submit their tenders via the CCS portal by the deadline on 30th June 2025, following the enquiry period ending on 13th June 2025. The tender, valued at a gross amount of £95,000, will conclude its award period by 3rd July 2025. It aims to conclude the pilot phase by this year, enhancing certification schemes with independent assurance activities.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in certification, research, and experimental development within the UK. Companies, particularly SMEs and VCSEs with strengths in organisational capabilities, personnel skills, delivery approaches, and sectoral expertise, are well-suited to compete for this contract. The emphasis on quality criteria such as personnel experience and delivery approach means that organisations can leverage these aspects to enhance their competitive edge. The resulting contract will provide ongoing work from July 2025 to March 2026, with potential renewals extending up to 2028, allowing firms to secure long-term growth and establish themselves within a crucial framework certified by the UK Accreditation Service.

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Notice Title

The UK digital identity and attributes trust framework

Notice Description

The UK digital identity and attributes trust framework certification process is based on the ISO 17065 standard and has been 'recognised' by the UK Accreditation Service. Independent third-party organisations, called conformity assessment bodies (CABs), have been authorised by DSIT to conduct conformity assessment activities in this area as part of a pilot. The pilot process is expected to conclude this year, as CABs obtain 'accreditation' from the UK Accreditation Service. The purpose of this is to provide independent assurance activities that will help DSIT and CABs continuously improve the certification scheme and connected processes, and to support implementation of changes as required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052bd6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029626-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Jul 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialexcellence@ics.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
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

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