Planning

Future Data Systems - Phase 4

BANK OF ENGLAND

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Planning

08 Dec 2025 at 15:27

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process overseen by the Bank of England, a central government public authority, involves the planning stage for the "Future Data Systems - Phase 4" project. This procurement focuses on the information technology services category and aims to source resources for the continuation of the Future Data Systems programme following the previous Phase 3 contract. The project, with an estimated gross value of £6,500,000, is set to take place in London, United Kingdom, with a planned contract period running from 26 June 2026 to 25 June 2028. While the notice was published on 8 December 2025, prospective suppliers should note the upcoming notice date of 19 February 2026 for further details.

This procurement provides an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those experienced in governmental and large-scale data projects. Companies that can offer innovative technology solutions and demonstrate a strong capacity for managing complex data systems will find the tender competitive and beneficial to their business growth. The substantial budget underlines the strategic importance of the project, ensuring that selected contractors gain significant exposure and develop long-term relationships within the public sector. Businesses capable of aligning with the Bank of England's goals and delivering high-quality IT services will be well-positioned to compete successfully in this tender.

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Notice Title

Future Data Systems - Phase 4

Notice Description

Future Data Systems (FDS) Phase 4 resources for the FDS programme. Following the end of the Phase 3 contract awarded under a BOE framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f0f9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080711-2025
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,416,667 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
19 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Jun 2026 - 25 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BANK OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
askprocurement@bankofengland.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2R 8AH
Post Town
Central 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
City of London
Electoral Ward
Walbrook
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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