This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

10 Jun 2026 at 15:36

Planning

10 Jun 2026 at 15:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office, a central government authority in the United Kingdom, is in the planning stage of a public procurement process for the "Central Business Architecture" contract. This tender involves the procurement of business architecture services, including IT services such as consulting, software development, and technical consultancy. Located in London, the procurement method is an open procedure, and the expected contract value is £35 million, with a gross amount of £42 million. Key dates for this tender include the end of the tender period on 20th September 2026 and the award period concluding on 15th October 2026. The contract is slated to commence on 1st November 2026 and could extend until 2030, offering an agreement model of 2+1+1 years, including renewal options.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT consulting and system development. Firms experienced in providing comprehensive IT support and technical consultancy services will find this tender particularly appealing. The size and scope of the contract suggest it can accommodate both established providers and growing businesses looking to expand their government contract portfolio. By participating, businesses can increase their exposure, develop prestige by aligning with a central government authority, and potentially secure a long-term revenue stream through the renewable contract term. The open procurement method ensures a fair competition landscape, encouraging innovation and value delivery in proposals.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Central Business Architecture

Notice Description

Procurement of Business Architecture Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b232
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054915-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£35,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Sep 20263 months to go
Future Notice Date
17 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 1 Nov 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
HOME OFFICE
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
SW1P 4DF
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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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