---
title: "Tech Transformation (Test Automation Initiative)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0604e4"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BANK OF ENGLAND"
published: "2026-01-13"
---

# Tech Transformation (Test Automation Initiative)

Buyer: BANK OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0604e4

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## Summary

The Bank of England has completed the procurement process for a "Tech Transformation (Test Automation Initiative)" project, which involves the provision of a SOAtest virtualisation software licence. This initiative falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems, and is taking place in the United Kingdom, specifically in London. The procurement method used was direct, indicating it was carried out below the threshold without competition. The contract was awarded to Parasoft UK Limited and is active from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2026, with the procurement reaching its award stage as of 13th January 2026.

This tender process opens growth avenues for businesses involved in the software and technology sector, specifically those that can supply virtualisation and testing automation tools. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in software development and IT solutions are well-suited to engage in such procurement opportunities with the public authority central government. By supplying advanced software solutions like those required by the Bank of England, these businesses can solidify their presence in the UK public sector and expand their reach in public authority projects. This opportunity underscores the significance of fostering technology partnerships within the central government space.

## Notice

Provision of SOAtest virtualisation software licence

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002770-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £34,500 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BANK OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC2R 8AH |
| 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 | Walbrook |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PARASOFT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2026 at 15:32 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002770-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002770-2026
  13th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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