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Planning

05 Aug 2026 at 07:04

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by the Department for Business & Trade relates to the "Provision of Digital Design Support Development Services," categorized under computer support and consultancy services. This selective procurement is being conducted under the framework method and includes opportunities for community organisations and small to medium enterprises. The planned contract, valued at £7,000,000 (gross amount £8,400,000), is set to start on 8th April 2028 and end on 7th April 2030, with a potential extension up to 7th April 2031. The location of service delivery is within the United Kingdom, and the current stage of this process is in the planning phase, with the latest notice published on 5th August 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in digital outcomes and specialists, particularly those able to support the Department's Business Growth Portfolio. Companies offering advanced consultancy services in the digital domain, along with small to medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), are well-positioned to compete. By participating, businesses can expand their public sector portfolio, enhance their visibility, and potentially secure long-term engagements with central government bodies. The selective nature of the procurement ensures that bidders with specific expertise and proven capabilities are considered, fostering a competitive yet inclusive tendering environment.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Digital Design Support Development Services

Notice Description

The Supplier shall provide digital outcomes and specialists to enable the development of the Department's Business Growth Portfolio

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06dbd0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073929-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Apr 2028 - 7 Apr 2030 1-2 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE
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
SW1A 2DY
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

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