Tender

Provision of C++ Programmer

DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Tender

09 Mar 2026 at 14:52

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport is issuing a tender under the "Provision of C++ Programmer" title, focusing on technical services within the central government industry category. The procurement process currently is at the 'Tender' stage and is open for submissions until 27th March 2026, with enquiries closing on 20th March 2026. This involves supplying a C++ programmer to work on the National Aviation Passenger Allocation Model in the UK, specifically at London's Great Minster House. The procurement method being utilised is an open competition below threshold, with a non-committal budget of £120,000 for a three-year contract period starting from 27th April 2026.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in programming services and technical services, particularly those proficient in Microsoft .NET and C++ environments. Given the scope of work involving software development support and advanced mathematical modelling, companies that have expertise in transport modelling and analytics are well-positioned to compete effectively. The tender's structure allows for involvement alongside economists and modellers in the field, fostering collaboration and potential growth in knowledge and revenue for participating businesses. With the bid evaluating on criteria that include technical capability, social value, and commercial aspects, businesses with strong credentials in these areas stand to benefit substantially from this engagement.

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Notice Title

Provision of C++ Programmer

Notice Description

DfT provision of a C++ Programmer The supplier will be providing technical support on the C++ part of the DfT National Aviation Passenger Allocation Model (NAPAM). The supplier will work alongside other transport modellers, economists, and analysts to develop and maintain NAPAM. The central part of this model is a bespoke module written using Microsoft .NET C++ environment with Excel used to input/output data (c. 10,000 lines of code). This module performs mathematical calculations iteratively until a solution that meets user defined inputs is achieved (e.g. passengers at a particular airport not exceeding a set value). The requirement entails providing ad-hoc software development support of the bespoke C++ module to expert users The contract duration is for 3-years (36-months), with no option to extend. This contract is a call-off with a maximum budget of PS120,000.00 excluding VAT. This budget is non-committal - therefore the Authority cannot guarantee volume and spend. To access the full ITT pack, bidders are required to register to DfT'S e-sourcing platform. Details below: To register to our e-sourcing platform please click here https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html Once registered please access the ITT using the following link https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/go/49758181019CD2D1A22F

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066584
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020966-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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

CPV Codes

48980000 - Programming languages and tools

71356000 - Technical services

72243000 - Programming services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Apr 2026 - 26 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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