Planning

Auto Legacy Processes

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

05 Feb 2026 at 12:45

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

04 Feb 2026 at 11:41

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work & Pensions is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Auto Legacy Processes," aiming to revolutionise the automation of legacy processes through AI-driven solutions. This initiative, categorised under IT services, specifically consulting, software development, and Internet support, is set in London, UK. A Request for Information (RFI) has been issued to engage the market, with a milestone due on 28 February 2026, to gather insights and assess market interest, capabilities, and emerging innovations. The projected contract period is from September 2026 to December 2029, with an estimated gross value of £12,000,000 GBP.

This procurement process presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the IT sector, particularly those specialising in AI, automation, and integration with existing technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as larger IT consulting firms, may find this RFI an attractive opportunity to demonstrate their innovative capabilities and secure partnerships with a central government public authority. Engaging in this process allows businesses to contribute to transformative governmental initiatives while potentially expanding their market presence and strengthening their portfolio of public sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Auto Legacy Processes

Notice Description

At this stage The Department wishes to undertake an RFI for the following. The Department's event driven Automation of Legacy Processes solution aims to transform how the Filework is completed by using secure, real-time AI assistance. The RFI is on our eProcurement system Atamis, if the link does not work, please copy and paste into your browser. Please ensure you follow the processes outlined for responses and clarifications - https://dwp2.my.salesforce-sites.com/ProSpend__CS_ContractPage?SearchType=Projects&uid=a1MdO000002bLagUAE&searchStr=&sortStr=Recently+Published&page=1&filters=&County=

Planning Information

This Request for Information (RFI) is issued to engage the market and gather insights. The information provided in response to this RFI will help inform our understanding of current market capabilities which may in turn assist in shaping the development of an appropriate procurement strategy. Through this RFI, the DWP seeks to assess: • Market interest and appetite for the opportunity • The capabilities and service offerings of potential providers • Emerging innovations, including the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) • Integration capabilities with existing DWP technology and services

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0646bb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010451-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Apr 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Sep 2026 - 6 Dec 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS
Contact Name
Peter Haydock
Contact Email
peter.haydock1@dwp.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9NA
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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