Provision of CEP (Customer Engagement Platform) and CDP (Customer Data Platform) Software

GOVIA THAMESLINK RAILWAY LIMITED

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TenderUpdate

05 May 2026 at 12:52

Tender

24 Apr 2026 at 09:05

Summary of the contracting process

Govia Thameslink Railway Limited is seeking to procure a hybrid Customer Engagement Platform (CEP) and Customer Data Platform (CDP) to enhance customer communications and data-driven insights across digital channels. This procurement process is in the tender update stage and is taking place in London, United Kingdom. The industry category for this contract is services, specifically focusing on Customer Relation Management software development services. The process is conducted using the Competitive Flexible Procedure under the Procurement Act 2023. The total contract value has been adjusted to £900,000.00 (inclusive of VAT), and the expression of interest deadline is set for the 22nd of May 2026. The contract is expected to begin on the 30th of September 2026 and run until the 30th of September 2029, with potential extensions available.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in software development and customer relationship management solutions. Companies with expertise in developing and implementing data-driven engagement platforms that personalise communication and optimise multi-channel campaigns will find this project particularly suitable. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to bid, reflecting the suitability for smaller companies to engage in this opportunity. The procurement's open method ensures a competitive environment, inviting innovative solutions to enhance Govia Thameslink's customer engagement and data utilisation strategies.

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Notice Title

Provision of CEP (Customer Engagement Platform) and CDP (Customer Data Platform) Software

Notice Description

The Contracting Authority is seeking to procure a hybrid Customer Engagement Platform (CEP) and Customer Data Platform (CDP) to support customer communications, engagement, and data-driven insight across digital channels. These platforms will enable GTR to: *Deliver more relevant and personalised customer communications. *Run data-driven, targeted campaigns that increase engagement and spend. *Gain real-time insight into customer behaviour to improve campaign effectiveness. Simplify planning, execution, and optimisation across channels, replacing fragmented tools The procurement will be conducted under the Procurement Act 2023 using the Competitive Flexible Procedure.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068a59
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041035-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72212445 - Customer Relation Management software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GOVIA THAMESLINK RAILWAY LIMITED
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
EC3R 8AJ
Post Town
Central 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
TLI31 Camden and City of London

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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