Tender

Pre-recorded Video Interviewing Platform

HM REVENUE & CUSTOMS

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

27 Oct 2025 at 15:25

Planning

07 Oct 2025 at 14:11

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for a Pre-recorded Video Interviewing Platform is currently in the tender stage, spearheaded by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), a central government authority based at 100 Parliament Street, London. This initiative focuses on developing a digital solution to facilitate large-scale recruitment campaigns across the organisation. The industry category spans IT services, including computer platforms, industry-specific software packages, and recruitment services, with a total estimated contract value of £450,000, excluding VAT. The procurement method is a selective, competitive flexible procedure under the UK's Procurement Act 2023. Interested suppliers must express interest by 31 October 2025, with the projected contract period from 2 February 2026 to 1 February 2029, potentially extending for up to two additional years. The services must be delivered across the United Kingdom, adhering to HMRC's operational and legal standards.

This tender presents an opportunity for IT service providers specialising in computer and video conferencing platforms, particularly those experienced in recruitment technology and software development. Businesses capable of delivering scalable, secure, user-friendly solutions that align with data protection and accessibility mandates will find this procurement advantageous for growth. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged, as there is suitability for SME involvement detailed within the tender specifics. Companies that can aid in transforming recruitment processes for large-scale operations and deliver robust platforms for various user roles, including recruiters and interview panellists, will find this an opportunity to enhance their market presence, showcasing innovation and adaptability in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Pre-recorded Video Interviewing Platform

Notice Description

HMRC is seeking to engage a supplier who can provide a digital platform to support Pre-recorded Video Interviewing, used as part of HMRC's recruitment processes for large scale recruitment campaigns. The platform should enable the creation, distribution, and assessment of pre-recorded interview questions, allowing candidates to record their interview answers independently and securely. The solution must be user-friendly, accessible and capable of supporting various user roles. It should offer functionality for managing interview templates, issuing invitations, tracking candidate progress, and generating reports. The solution should support access for up to 200 HMRC recruiters and as many as 500 interview panellists involved in interview assessing. Security, accessibility, and data protection are key priorities, and the platform must align with HMRC's operational standards and legal obligations. The service should be resilient, scalable, and adaptable to meet the needs of multiple recruitment campaigns.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: This contract includes optional extensions for two separate periods of 12 months each. The breakdown of the potential extensions is: Initial Term: 3 years Optional Extensions: +12 months +12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a9b2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068645-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

48 - Software package and information systems

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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

30211300 - Computer platforms

48100000 - Industry specific software package

48218000 - License management software package

48515000 - Video conferencing software package

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

79600000 - Recruitment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
3 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HM REVENUE & CUSTOMS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
hmrcsupportsapariba@hmrc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
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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