--- title: "UK Tobacco Track and Trace system SR464477442" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02b67d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02b67d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b67d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b67d.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS" published: "2021-05-28" --- # UK Tobacco Track and Trace system SR464477442 Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02b67d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02b67d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b67d.json) ## Summary The procurement process is being conducted by H M Revenue & Customs for the UK Tobacco Track and Trace system, identified as SR464477442. This initiative falls within the software and information systems industry category and is located in the UK. Currently in the planning stage, this procurement aims to award a concession contract to a single supplier to take over the tracking and tracing system for tobacco products following the expiry of the current contract on 30th June 2022. A supplier engagement event is scheduled virtually for 14th June 2021 to outline the requirements and invite potential suppliers to participate. The current notice also indicates a future communication date of 2nd July 2021. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in software development, particularly those experienced with tracking systems, data management, and compliance with regulatory frameworks. Businesses that can provide innovative solutions that meet the technical requirements established by HMRC are encouraged to participate. The project is anticipated to lead to a five-year agreement, making it particularly attractive for companies looking for long-term partnerships with government institutions in the UK's public sector. ## Notice HMRC intend to award a concession contract to a single supplier for the United Kingdom's tobacco tracking and tracing system under the World Health Organization Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products. The UK has a current supplier who provides the services required to enable the continued tracking and tracing of tobacco products manufactured in or imported into the UK. Our current contract for this provision expires on 30th June 2022 and we are seeking a supplier to deliver this solution from 1st July 2022. The purpose of this Prior Information Notice is to alert interested parties and invite potential suppliers to a virtual engagement event on 14th June 2021. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The UK ratified the WHO Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products in 2018. The Protocol requires parties to implement a traceability system for tobacco products manufactured in or imported into their territory, taking into account regional specific needs and available best practice. The UK has a current supplier who provides the services required to enable the continued tracking and tracing of tobacco products manufactured in or imported into the UK. HMRC have a contract to deliver this system until 30/06/22 and will run a procurement exercise to ensure a system is in operation from 01/07/22. The intention is to award a 5 year agreement. The provider's main responsibilities will be to deliver a: -ID issuer service, to ensure tobacco products manufactured in or imported into the UK are marked with a unique identifier -Data repository and router to store data relating to products and which is accessible to HMRC. Other services may be required as we continue to define the requirements during the tender process. Additional information: Suppliers interested in this opportunity will be invited to virtually attend a supplier event on 14th June 1pm - 3pm. At this event, there will be a presentation providing an overview of the requirements and HMRC's procurement plan. There will also be opportunity for follow up questions. The event will help potential bidders understand the complex technical requirements for providing a UK tobacco traceability system. Input from attendees will also help HMRC set out the detailed requirements in the technical specification and other documents. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012043-2021 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 May 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Jul 2021 | | 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 | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | EC3R 6EE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | City of London | | Electoral ward | Billingsgate | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 48100000 - Industry specific software package - 48600000 - Database and operating software package - 48800000 - Information systems and servers - 48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems ## Release History - 28 May 2021 at 15:08 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012043-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://hmrc.supplier-eu.ariba.com/ad/register/SSOActions?type=full - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-revenue-customs ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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