---
title: "Application Support 2027"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067204"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067204.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UK HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE"
published: "2026-03-23"
---

# Application Support 2027

Buyer: UK HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067204

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## Summary

The UK Hydrographic Office is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Application Support 2027," which falls under the IT services industry category. The procurement is intended to outsource support for developed applications. This project targets regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK, and the tender initiation date is 23rd March 2026. As a central government authority, the UK Hydrographic Office is using a selective procurement method within the framework and anticipates the contract period to start on 6th April 2027 and potentially extend until 5th April 2032. The maximum gross value of the contract is expected to be £12,000,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for firms specialising in consulting, software development, and IT support services. Companies offering innovative solutions and robust support systems are well-positioned to compete. The procurement process is competitive, offering lucrative growth prospects, especially for SMEs, as the suitability criteria highlight their Eligible participation. The extensive geographical coverage ensures numerous opportunities for businesses across various regions in the UK to engage and potentially expand their operations. Furthermore, the potential for contract renewal provides a long-term partnership opportunity, enhancing business stability and continuity.

## Notice

Outsourced Support for Developed Applications

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026512-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Award under framework |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Apr 2027 - 5 Apr 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000,000 |
| 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 | UK HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 2DN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Taunton East |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 23 Mar 2026 at 18:02 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026512-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026512-2026
  23rd March 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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