Tender

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

GOVIA THAMESLINK RAILWAY LIMITED

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Tender

24 Apr 2026 at 09:05

Summary of the contracting process

Govia Thameslink Railway Limited is launching a public procurement process for the provision of a hybrid Customer Engagement Platform (CEP) and Customer Data Platform (CDP) software. This procurement falls under the "Customer Relation Management software development services" category, with the aim of enhancing customer communications and data-driven insights. The procurement will be conducted under the Procurement Act 2023 via the Competitive Flexible Procedure. The tender process is active, with an expression of interest deadline set for 22nd May 2026 and expected finalisation on 12th August 2026. The delivery is intended for London, UK, covering a contract period from 30th September 2026 to 30th September 2029, and includes potential extensions up to 2031.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in CRM software and digital engagement solutions, especially those capable of delivering highly personalised communication tools. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the specification for a Competitive Flexible Procedure which allows for innovative dialogue and negotiation throughout the process. The procurement offers a significant contract value of £1,920,000, making it an attractive proposition for firms adept in data platform solutions seeking to expand their market presence and service spectrum in the railway and transportation sector.

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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. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://goviathameslinkrailway.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Customer-Relation-Management-software-development-services./7V569ERAK2 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://goviathameslinkrailway.delta-esourcing.com/respond/7V569ERAK2

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068a59
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037411-2026
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
£1,920,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,920,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 2026Today
Submission Deadline
24 Apr 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

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