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title: "Defra - Future Networks Procurement"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0850043e-13b4-435f-ac3d-c2053babfb95"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL"
published: "2022-07-08"
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# Defra - Future Networks Procurement

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0850043e-13b4-435f-ac3d-c2053babfb95

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Defra - Future Networks Procurement" is being conducted by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, based in London, England. This initiative falls within the IT services industry, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, and support. Currently, the process is at the planning stage, with a key engagement milestone set for 29 July 2022. Interested suppliers are invited to participate in a Request for Information (RFI), which aims to gather options for network services based on Defra's current state and strategic direction. Supplementary information can be accessed through the Bravo Portal link provided.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can offer innovative network solutions. By contributing to this RFI, suppliers can influence the development of Defra's internal business case, thereby positioning themselves for potential partnerships in future network services projects. Companies with expertise in software development and IT consultancy are particularly well-suited to compete in this procurement process.

## Notice

This Prior Information Notice is being issued to inform any interested suppliers that Defra is commencing a procurement activity of Defra's network services. The initial step will be the release of a Request for Information that will invite suppliers to suggest options for the provision of network services based on an outline of current state, and strategic direction. Additional information: This Prior Information Notice is to inform any interested suppliers of an RFI which is the initial step in Defra's procurement activity of a Future Network. The RFI invites suppliers, based on information around current state and strategic direction to submit options for the provision of network services. These options will be used to build an internal business case. The opportunity can be found via our Bravo portal using the link below.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/366e0595-d78e-4263-b743-91e8eb1fc830 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 29 Jul 2022 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 8 Jul 2022 at 11:33 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/366e0595-d78e-4263-b743-91e8eb1fc830

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/366e0595-d78e-4263-b743-91e8eb1fc830
  8th July 2022 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=54402
  Bravo Portal address for RFI

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