Technology Change & Delivery Services (Core Systems & Applications)

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                            "text": "National Gas Transmission owns and operates Britain's National Transmission System (NTS), a nationwide network that transports gas from entry points to power stations, industry, storage facilities, gas distribution networks serving homes and businesses, and international interconnectors. The NTS includes around 5,000 miles of pipeline, over 60 compressors across 21 stations, and more than 500 aboveground installations. It plays a vital role in maintaining security of supply, safely and reliably delivering up to three times the energy carried by the electricity grid each year. Looking ahead, National Gas Transmission is developing the hydrogen transmission system of the future, enabling low carbon hydrogen and carbon dioxide transport for carbon capture and storage, supporting the UK's net zero ambitions. In January 2025, National Gas completed its divestment from National Grid, delivering a major transformation programme that fully separated IT systems, data, networks, processes, and operational services to establish National Gas as an independent organisation. As part of its next phase, National Gas is looking to review the market for Change and Delivery services across its core systems and applications. This proposed framework will support the continuous enhancement, evolution, and technical optimisation of the National Gas technology estate, ensuring it remains resilient, efficient, and fit for purpose as a regulated Critical National Infrastructure operator. Instructions: we are seeking information from potential bidders to better understand market capabilities and preferences. Please complete the following survey by Friday 13th March at 17:00 GMT. Your responses will help shape our procurement strategy. Please note that this request for information is not a call for competition and does not constitute a commitment of a contract, or future Procurement. All costs related to completion for this exercise shall be borne by the supplier."
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                "description": "Engagement process description Our aim is to leverage market expertise, alongside our internal insights, to develop a robust strategy that meets both our technology needs and compliments the market's service capabilities. We believe that the supplier's input in this early dialogue is crucial to the success of this initiative. We are conducting this request for information via Microsoft Form to ensure wider market engagement: National Gas Request for Information: Change Delivery Framework. Please complete the survey by Friday 13th March at 17:00 GMT (as the form will close after this date). If you have any issues with the link please contact box.procurement@nationalgas.com with the Reference: Change Delivery Framework RFI. Please note that participation or non-participation in this pre-engagement exercise will not result in advantage, disadvantage, inclusion or exclusion for any future tender event; the data provided will only be utilised to inform any proposed Procurement strategy and specification. If you would like to be informed of any future events, it is anticipated that any future opportunities or stages will be launched via Achillies Utilities Vendor Data Base Platform (https://www.achilles.com/uvdb/). Registration is via our website: https://www.nationalgas.com/about-us/our-suppliers. Suppliers are required to navigate to \"Register Here\" to complete the Achilles registration. UVDB is a community-driven compliant prequalification system designed for regulated utilities in the UK and the wider UK utilities market. It is a collaborative environment where utilities companies and suppliers work together to ensure high standards and compliance with legislative requirements. With an independent chair and equal representation across all utilities, UVDB promotes inclusivity and transparency, making it a trusted platform for both large enterprises and SMEs alike. If you are an SME, and membership costs are considered prohibitive for your organisation please get in touch with us to discuss - box.procurement@nationalgas.com with the Reference: Change Delivery Framework RFI."
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