Planning

Provision of support for the Central Digital Platform

GOVERNMENT COMMERCIAL AGENCY

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Planning

20 Apr 2026 at 14:42

Summary of the contracting process

The Government Commercial Agency is planning a procurement process for the "Provision of support for the Central Digital Platform," primarily situated in the United Kingdom, under the public authority central government category. This service-oriented procurement focuses on various software-related services including support, development, implementation, and consultancy. Currently in the planning stage, this contract aims to start on the 1st of September 2026 and continue until the 31st of August 2028. Prospective bidders should note the planned communication date, scheduled for 1st of August 2026.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in software services to expand their portfolio by engaging with a central government authority. It's particularly suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), aligned with supporting digital platforms and maintaining software systems critical to government operations. The variety of software services required under the contract opens avenues for businesses excelling in areas like software configuration, maintenance, and consultancy to compete effectively and potentially secure significant growth. Businesses with extensive experience in supporting governmental digital solutions can find this procurement ideal for fostering long-term partnerships and enhancing their credibility in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of support for the Central Digital Platform

Notice Description

This contract will be for the provision of support for the Central Digital Platform.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0686a8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035765-2026
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72261000 - Software support services

72262000 - Software development services

72263000 - Software implementation services

72264000 - Software reproduction services

72265000 - Software configuration services

72266000 - Software consultancy services

72267000 - Software maintenance and repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GOVERNMENT COMMERCIAL AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

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