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ContractAmendment

29 Jun 2026 at 15:16

Award

13 May 2026 at 13:24

Award

10 Apr 2026 at 08:36

Award

09 Apr 2026 at 14:37

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business & Trade, based in London, has initiated a procurement process titled "Pitchbook Renewal" in the industry category of data services. This procurement process is at the contract amendment stage, as of 29th June 2026, and involves a modification to the existing Pitchbook platform subscription to include API access. The contract aims to enhance the integration of datasets with internal systems, improving usability and analytical capabilities. The amendment, relevant to central government operations, is set to commence on 1st July 2026 and reflects an updated contract value of GBP 395,596, due to the additional services. This procurement falls under the legal framework of the 2023/54 UKPGA and showcases the direct procurement method through a direct award, given the unique capabilities of the provider.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the provision of private market intelligence and data integration services. Companies with capabilities in delivering comprehensive dataset solutions and advanced analytical tools would find this opportunity beneficial. The contract’s focus on enhancing access to financial and market data positions it as ideal for firms experienced in working with large-scale government entities that require integrated data platforms. Additionally, businesses offering complementary technology solutions, particularly those enhancing system integration and data usability, would be well-suited to participate in such tenders in the future. This procurement specifically favours suppliers with the ability to deliver unique, comprehensive, and high-quality data services across both private and public markets.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Pitchbook Renewal

Notice Description

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) intends to procure data license subscriptions from Pitchbook and award the contract to them. This contract will ensure that our teams have access to comprehensive global market analysis, as well as detailed information on UK companies. This unique service is invaluable for our UK and overseas sector teams, as well as our central investment function teams. Pitchbook is a financial data and software company specialising in providing detailed information on private and public markets, including venture capital, private equity, and mergers and acquisitions.

Procurement Information

The selected supplier is the only known provider offering a uniquely comprehensive and integrated dataset that spans both private and public markets globally. Their platform consolidates a wide range of structured and proprietary indicators relevant to market activity, company growth trajectories, and investment signals. This includes financial, operational, and strategic insights that are not available in combination from other sources. The solution also enables advanced relationship mapping and intelligence on key stakeholders, which is critical for our intended use case. No other known provider has been identified that can deliver this breadth and depth of data within a single platform.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067f4f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060895-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK10 - Contract Change Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72300000 - Data services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£290,550 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£390,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Apr 20263 months ago
Contract Period
26 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

PITCHBOOK DATA

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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