---
title: "The Provision of Ingres Database and OpenROAD Software"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f290"
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buyer: "HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE"
published: "2025-12-10"
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# The Provision of Ingres Database and OpenROAD Software

Buyer: HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f290

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## Summary

The procurement process undertaken by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) involves the provision of Ingres Database and OpenROAD Software and falls under the category of software package and information systems. This process is located in the United Kingdom, specifically in Liverpool, as part of the central government's public authority operations. The procurement stage is complete, with the award made to ACTIAN EUROPE LIMITED on 10th December 2025. The procurement method utilised was a direct award due to the proprietary nature of the products, as outlined in Schedule 5, paragraph 5 (a) and (b). The contract is set to commence on 31st December 2025 and will run until 30th December 2028.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software solutions related to database and business logic management. Companies dealing in software package and information systems would find this an attractive contract, particularly those with expertise in proprietary systems like Ingres and OpenROAD. Large-scale enterprises with the capability to provide licensed software solutions can greatly benefit from similar government contracts by positioning themselves as key suppliers for essential public sector technology requirements. Businesses interested in engaging with central government could leverage such contracts to enhance their reputation and expand their market presence.

## Notice

Ingres is a proprietary database; OpenROAD is the software that manages the flow of data (business logic). Both products must be licensed to be used. HSE has been using the Ingres database and associated OpenROAD software for storing corporate data and delivering applications to meet business needs since 1992. HSE's applications have been developed using the OpenROAD product over 30 years and are integral to a number of current business processes.

### Procurement Information

Schedule 5 paragraph 5 (a) and (b). Ingres is a proprietary database; OpenROAD is the software that manages the flow of data (business logic). Both products must be licensed to be used. HSE has been using the Ingres database and associated OpenROAD software for storing corporate data and delivering applications to meet business needs since 1992. HSE's applications have been developed using the OpenROAD product over 30 years and are integral to a number of current business processes.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081380-2025 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Dec 2025 - 30 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,999,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L20 7HS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD73 Sefton |
| Local authority | Sefton |
| Electoral ward | Linacre |
| Westminster constituency | Bootle |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ACTIAN EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 10 Dec 2025 at 11:12 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081380-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081380-2025
  10th December 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://actian.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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