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IDAM Transformation Programme

POST OFFICE LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

15 Jul 2026 at 17:23

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

10 Jul 2026 at 10:23

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the IDAM Transformation Programme is spearheaded by Post Office Limited, located in London, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the services category, specifically IT services with a focus on consulting, software development, internet, and support. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage with the expression of interest deadline set for 27th July 2026. The project has a significant budget estimated at £4.9 million, and the services are to be delivered across the UK. The programme involves a competitive flexible procedure with a two-stage process, beginning with a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PSQ) followed by an Invitation to Tender (ITT). Notably, the procurement is being conducted through a selective method, which is an accelerated process suitable for utilities or entities not classified as central government bodies.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with expertise in identity and access management solutions. Companies possessing a strong track record in providing high-quality and innovative IT services are well-suited to compete, especially given the weighting criteria that favour technical quality (70%) over pricing (30%). The contract period starts on 11th September 2026 and runs until 10th September 2028, with an option for a one-year extension conditioned on satisfactory performance, thus offering a long-term business opportunity. With the procurement being above the threshold, it opens doors for businesses to engage in a contract of significant value, fostering both revenue and portfolio growth for successful bidders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IDAM Transformation Programme

Notice Description

Identity and access management transformation programme for branch and colleague.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: A one year extension will be awarded subject to satisfactory performance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c84e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066990-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible 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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,900,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,900,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 Jul 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Sep 2026 - 10 Sep 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POST OFFICE 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
EC2V 7ER
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
Not specified
Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Bassishaw
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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