Planning

Sudan Stability Programme (SSP)

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Planning

30 Apr 2026 at 14:44

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
PlanningUpdate

13 Mar 2026 at 10:50

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

12 Mar 2026 at 09:06

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) is in the planning stage for the Sudan Stability Programme (SSP), which aims to enhance conflict resolution efforts in Sudan. The procurement process is currently in its early stages, with a focus on selecting a delivery partner or consortium to lead civil society work and civilian protection efforts within Sudan. The industry category for this tender is foreign economic-aid-related services, with primary activities to occur in Sudan. Although the full procurement is planned to begin delivery in the financial year 2027, a Preliminary Market Engagement (EME) session is scheduled for 25th March 2026 to help inform the design of the programme, with a future notice set for 12th August 2026. The programme is expected to support civil initiatives, with funding up to £39 million over five years, specifically allocating approximately £30 million for this project component.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses capable of operating in high-risk and low-access environments, particularly those with expertise in civil society engagement, conflict management, and the analysis of political situations. Given the programme’s objectives, organisations that excel in promoting inclusivity, countering misinformation, and fostering diplomatic efforts will find this project align with their capabilities. However, the procurement not being suited for SMEs and VCSEs as lead suppliers suggests it is likely intended for larger entities or those capable of forming robust consortia. This project highlights the importance of experienced partners who can meaningfully contribute to peacebuilding and governance strengthening, marking it as an attractive opportunity for major consultancy firms and NGOs with strong negotiation and diplomatic engagement skills.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sudan Stability Programme (SSP)

Notice Description

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) are exploring the option to procure a delivery partner/consortium who can lead our work on civil society and protection of civilians in Sudan for The Sudan Stability Programme (SSP). The SSP is a new programme following on from the Sudan Stability and Growth Programme (SSGP), which aims to continue and deepen the UK's conflict resolution and mitigation work previously delivered. With no permanent UK presence in Sudan and a rapidly evolving conflict environment, the SSP will support local civil society, strengthen civilian protection, and reinforce national and regional diplomatic efforts. Building the conditions for a national-level dialogue with engagement from civil actors. The SSP's key objectives are to: * Support grassroots civil society groups and local conflict management as means to promote social cohesion and mitigate protection risks. * Strengthening local governance institutions and promoting inclusivity, particularly considering women and other marginalised groups. * Countering misinformation, disinformation and hate speech * Producing continual conflict and political analysis that informs programmatic interventions and a broader Thinking and Working Politically approach that supports diplomatic efforts. The SSP is expected to have an overall value of up to PS39 million over five years, with this specific contractual component expected to receive approximately PS30 million (PS6 million annually). Subject to internal approval and funding confirmation, programme delivery is expected to begin in FY 2027.

Planning Information

To register for the EME session, please complete the MS Forms link provided above. A confirmation email and joining instructions will be shared with registered participants in due course. The EME session will be held on: • Date: Wednesday 25th March 2026 • Time: 11:00 - 13:00 (UK time). • Location: Virtual EME session via Microsoft Team, joining instructions and slides will be shared closer to the day. • Registration link: https://forms.office.com/e/3uWwwQXcgk Please Note: The purpose of this Preliminary Market Engagement with the supplier base is to gather feedback for the programme as is not part of a formal procurement process and participation should not be taken as an indication of, or commitment to, any future procurement activity.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0667e8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040065-2026
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75211200 - Foreign economic-aid-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Aug 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Dec 2026 - 15 Dec 2031 Over 5 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
FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
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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