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Preliminary Market Engagement for replacement of Human Capital Management systems

MET OFFICE

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27 Jul 2026 at 09:41

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
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27 Jul 2026 at 09:37

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office, a renowned central government authority in the UK, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the replacement of Human Capital Management systems. This initiative is classified under the software package and information systems industry category, with a preliminary market engagement being conducted to understand market capabilities and gather strategic information. Potential suppliers are invited to participate via the ProActis e-procurement portal, with the milestone scheduled for 2nd September 2026. The contract, valued at an estimated £1.2 million, will cover a significant period from May 2028 to April 2032, and is intended for goods delivery within the UKK region.

This tender presents considerable business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in software and information systems. Engaging in this preliminary market engagement enables businesses to contribute to strategic planning and potentially influence the procurement specifications. Companies with expertise in human capital management solutions can capitalise on this opportunity, leveraging their innovation to provide competitive inputs. Participation in the early stages of such a procurement process may enhance visibility and establish key relationships with central government bodies, paving the way for future collaboration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Preliminary Market Engagement for replacement of Human Capital Management systems

Notice Description

The purpose of this engagement is to gain a current understanding of the market for Human Capital Management solutions. We are seeking high-level information from suppliers to help refine strategic planning, confirm market capability, understand likely costs and risks, and inform a future Request for Proposal or other formal procurement activity.

Planning Information

The Preliminary Market Engagement is being conducted via the e-procurement portal ProActis. Please follow the link for further information. You will need to register on ProActis to access further information. The registration is free. We are seeking an input from potential suppliers via the Request for Information that can be accessed on ProActis. All Q&A will also be managed via the ProActis. https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=899a521e-ad86-f111-813c-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d3fc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070645-2026
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
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2028 - 30 Apr 2032 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MET 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
EXETER
Postcode
EX1 3PB
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Pinhoe
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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