Tender

Department of Justice (DoJ) Causeway Replacement

THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

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04 Aug 2025 at 15:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Justice in the United Kingdom is actively seeking suppliers for the "Department of Justice (DoJ) Causeway Replacement" project. This procurement process focuses on the technology sector, specifically software and IT services, intending to replace the existing Causeway system to improve efficiency and collaboration among Criminal Justice Organisations. The buyer, The Department of Justice, is located at Stormont Estate, Belfast, with guidance from CPD - Supplies & Services Division. Currently in the tender stage, this process is utilising a selective approach known as the Competitive Flexible Procedure. Key dates include an expression of interest deadline on 22nd September 2025, and the enquiry period closes on 12th September 2025. The procurement aims to contract services by the end of January 2027, with the contract running until January 2037, and potential extensions up to January 2044.

This tender presents a substantial growth opportunity for businesses specialising in software packages, IT consulting, and custom software development. Companies with capabilities in programming, data migration, system support, and IT services, particularly those familiar with the regulatory environment in Northern Ireland, will find this opportunity appealing. With a total contract value estimated at over £109 million, the competitive nature of the procurement allows for a fair competition among qualified suppliers, providing opportunities for businesses capable of delivering high-quality and innovative technological solutions. Engaging with this contract can help tech firms expand their market reach and enhance their portfolio in public sector technology procurement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Department of Justice (DoJ) Causeway Replacement

Notice Description

The Department of Justice (Authority) has a requirement for the provision of a replacement for the existing Causeway system, harnessing innovative technology to streamline existing processes, increase efficiency, encourage greater collaboration between Criminal Justice Organisations (CJOs) and any other organisations utilising Causeway Services and to maximise returns on the investment by the Authority in Causeway.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: There are two options to extend of three (3) years and two (2) years each.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058096
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045757-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48100000 - Industry specific software package

48600000 - Database and operating software package

48810000 - Information systems

48820000 - Servers

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

72210000 - Programming services of packaged software products

72230000 - Custom software development services

72250000 - System and support services

72253000 - Helpdesk and support services

72260000 - Software-related services

72261000 - Software support services

72262000 - Software development services

72263000 - Software implementation services

72264000 - Software reproduction services

72265000 - Software configuration services

72266000 - Software consultancy services

72267000 - Software maintenance and repair services

72267100 - Maintenance of information technology software

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£109,100,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£109,100,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Jan 2027 - 24 Jan 2037 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2032-01-26

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
Additional Buyers

CPD - SUPPLIES & SERVICES DIVISION

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
strategicdelivery.cpd@finance-ni.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT4 3SG
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Sydenham
Westminster Constituency
Belfast East

Further Information

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