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Planning

10 Aug 2026 at 12:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security & Net Zero, located in London, has initiated a tender process for the procurement of Continuous Improvement Action Tracker software. This procurement falls under the industry category of software package and information systems, with specific requirements for software supply services. The process is currently in the planning stage, with an Expression of Interest deadline set for 17:00 pm on Monday, 24th August 2026. The tender aims to replace the current manual and Excel-based process with a more efficient, reliable, and sustainable system to support continuous improvement activities across ICS Commercial.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software development, particularly those offering solutions for project management and continuous improvement. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to apply, given the suitability criteria outlined. Firms with expertise in delivering enterprise-level software solutions could find this opportunity particularly beneficial to expand their market presence in the public sector. There is potential for contract renewal, highlighting further business continuity and long-term engagement prospects. The contract is set to commence on 1st April 2027 and conclude by 31st March 2028, with a possible extension to 2029.

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Notice Title

Continuous Improvement Action Tracker software

Notice Description

Continuous Improvement Action Tracker software to support the effective management, monitoring and reporting of Continuous Improvement Activities (CIAs) across ICS Commercial. The solution is intended to replace the current manual, Excel-based process with a more efficient, reliable and sustainable system.

Planning Information

Expression of Interest - response to be submitted via email to ddatprocurement@uksbs.co.uk before 17:00pm Monday 24th August 2026 If you would like to participate in the Expression of Interest and view the specific requirements please contact ddatprocurement@uksbs.co.uk referencing DDaT26352.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06e01a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075717-2026
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

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


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72268000 - Software supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Aug 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENERGY SECURITY & NET ZERO
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES 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
SW1A 2HP
Post Town
South West London
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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