Tender

Global Risk & Response (GRR) Open-source Provider

DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Tender

28 Nov 2025 at 16:52

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport is initiating a tender for the "Global Risk & Response (GRR) Open-source Provider," a contract valued at £207,000 excluding VAT. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting market and economic research services. It aims to identify a supplier to deliver timely information on threats to UK aircraft operations worldwide. The procurement method is an open procedure, inviting submissions via the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal, with tender submissions closing on 5th January 2026. Enquiries regarding the contract must be submitted by 16th December 2025. This opportunity is covered by both GPA and CPTPP agreements and is based in the United Kingdom.

This tender is an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in market research and open-source information services, particularly those with capabilities in aviation risk assessment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the tender identifies suitability for such organisations. The contract offers a two-year term with a possible extension of an additional year, providing a stable revenue stream and the opportunity to establish a long-term relationship with a central government body. Companies with a strong track record in delivering high-quality, timely intelligence would be well-suited to compete for this contract.

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Notice Title

Global Risk & Response (GRR) Open-source Provider

Notice Description

To identify a suitable supplier for the provision of reliable, timely, open-source information that can improve the speed and accuracy of advice from DfT to UK aircraft operators on the threats and risks they face overseas. These updates will be provided both via email and via an online portal featuring geographical maps. The supplier should also provide assessments of aviation security for specific locations on request

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Buyer proposes to enter into a Contract for the initial period of 2 years with the successful Tenderer (Supplier) with the potential extension period of 12 months being available.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05eb68
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078253-2025
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

79310000 - Market research services

79311400 - Economic research services

90711500 - Environmental monitoring other than for construction

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£207,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£207,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Feb 2026 - 19 Feb 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
2028-10-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
J Costelloe
Contact Email
dftc.procurement@dft.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
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
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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