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Reconstructing UK's Domestic Supply Chain Networks

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE

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06 Feb 2026 at 15:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business & Trade, a central government public authority located at Old Admiralty Building, London, spearheaded a completed procurement process titled "Reconstructing UK's Domestic Supply Chain Networks." This service-oriented contract, under the direct procurement method and classified as below threshold without competition, focuses on data analysis services to support the validation of UK domestic supply chain data. Catena.AI Ltd, a small and medium enterprise (SME) based in Cambridge, was awarded the contract, which commenced on 9th January 2026 and will conclude on 31st March 2026. The total contract value is £54,000, with gross financial allocations specified in GBP.

This procurement initiative presents business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in data analysis and related services. Such businesses would find prospects in offering innovative solutions to streamline and optimise supply chain networks. Additionally, companies with capabilities in handling sensitive governmental data could leverage this opportunity to forge partnerships within the public sector. By participating in similar tenders, businesses can not only gain financial rewards but also enhance their market presence and reputation in the public procurement landscape.

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Notice Title

Reconstructing UK's Domestic Supply Chain Networks

Notice Description

Services to support the validating of UK domestic supply chain data.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064a54
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011047-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72316000 - Data analysis services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£45,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialddat@businessandtrade.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CATENA.AI

Further Information

Notice Documents

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