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Planning

16 Jul 2026 at 14:54

Summary of the contracting process

UK Shared Business Services Ltd is planning a procurement process for an Information Technology Asset Management Tool, under the project title "DDaT26202 - Information Technology Asset Management Tool". This initiative falls under the software package and information systems industry category, focusing on the effective management of software assets. The procurement stage is currently in the planning phase, with an expression of interest required by 17:00 on Wednesday, 29th July 2026, via email. The contract is set to commence on 1st January 2027 and conclude on 1st July 2030, located throughout the United Kingdom, with a project value of £150,000. The opportunity is classified under goods procurement, organised by a central government public authority.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT and software asset management to expand their reach and capabilities. It is particularly advantageous for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as the lot is designated as suitable for such businesses. The procurement process encourages competition by welcoming SMEs, providing a substantial opportunity to engage with a central government entity, potentially expanding a company's portfolio and market presence. Given its nature, businesses with robust experience in software solutions and asset management systems are well-positioned to compete and succeed in this process.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

DDaT26202 - Information Technology Asset Management Tool

Notice Description

ITAM (Information Technology Asset Management) tool to support effective management of software assets across the organisation

Planning Information

Expression of Interest - response to be submitted via email to ddatprocurement@uksbs.co.uk before 17:00 Wednesday 29th July 2026 If you would like to participate in the Expression of Interest and view the specific requirements please contact ddatprocurement@uksbs.co.uk referencing DDaT26202.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cd2d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067394-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
29 Jul 20266 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 1 Jul 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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