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title: "Managed IT Service RFP"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0596cb"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ADVANCED RESEARCH AND INVENTION AGENCY"
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# Managed IT Service RFP

Buyer: ADVANCED RESEARCH AND INVENTION AGENCY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0596cb

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## Summary

The Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA), a central government body in the United Kingdom, is seeking proposals for a Managed IT Service. This procurement process is in the tender stage and is classified under the information technology services category. ARIA aims to partner with Managed IT Service Providers capable of delivering scalable and secure support to enhance its R&D operations. The tender, located in the UK, requires submissions by 29th October 2025 and the period for enquiries ends on 17th October 2025. The initial contract term is set for 36 months, commencing on 2nd February 2026, with a potential extension of up to 24 additional months based on performance. The total estimated value of the contract is £3.6 million, inclusive of additional options.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services interested in long-term governmental projects. Companies with strengths in delivering scalable IT solutions, robust security measures, and innovative technology integration stand to benefit from this partnership with ARIA. The contract's emphasis on adaptability and proactive support aligns with businesses aiming to showcase their expertise and gain a foothold in the public sector. The flexible procurement method also allows for diverse business sizes, including SMEs, to engage and potentially expand their market presence through this high-value contract opportunity.

## Notice

This RFP seeks proposals from experienced Managed IT Service Providers capable of delivering secure, scalable, agile, and proactive support. We are seeking a partner who can anticipate the evolving needs of a cutting-edge R&D funding agency and provide forward-thinking solutions that enable ARIA's mission and growth. The scope is to deliver ARIA's full IT capability, including: * Delivering dependable, day-to-day operational support that scales with our growing operations. * Supporting the integration and ongoing evolution of a complex, cloud-based technology ecosystem. * Continually strengthening our security posture in line with UK-government and NCSC frameworks. * Contributing to a tech-forward, security-conscious culture through policy, training, and enablement. The total contract value for standard service delivery is anticipated to be up to PS1.25m for the initial 36-month term. This figure does not include costs for additional project support, extended hours, or pass-through costs for software and hardware - for this we anticipate an approximate additional PS1.8m for the duration of the initial term.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: As above, ARIA reserves the right to extend the contract by up to an additional 24 months, in 12-month increments subject to mutual agreement and continued satisfactory performance. There will also be options for additional project support, extended hours, or pass-through costs for software and hardware - for this we anticipate an approximate additional PS1.8m for the duration of the initial term.

Renewal: The initial term of the contract will be 36 months. ARIA reserves the right to extend the contract by up to an additional 24 months, in 12-month increments, subject to mutual agreement and continued satisfactory performance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055796-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| Lots value | £3,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ADVANCED RESEARCH AND INVENTION AGENCY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North London |
| Postcode | N1C 4EW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden |
| Local authority | Camden |
| Electoral ward | King's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72222300 - Information technology services

## Release History

- 11 Sep 2025 at 11:44 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055796-2025
- 9 Sep 2025 at 13:35 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055064-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055796-2025
  11th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055064-2025
  9th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.aria.org.uk/media/qxpjdcjv/rfp-managed-it-service-2025.pdf

## Notice URLs

- https://aria.grantplatform.com/
- https://aria.org.uk/media/n1jgitlq/aria-mutual-nda-for-rfp-it-managed-service-2025.pdf
- https://www.aria.org.uk/
- https://www.aria.org.uk/supply-to-us
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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