---
title: "26-0152 - Policy Platform - Pre-Market Engagement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069b29"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "CITY ST. GEORGE'S, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON"
published: "2026-05-18"
---

# 26-0152 - Policy Platform - Pre-Market Engagement

Buyer: CITY ST. GEORGE'S, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069b29

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## Summary

City St. George's, University of London has initiated a public procurement process titled "26-0152 - Policy Platform - Pre-Market Engagement." The procurement falls under the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems and IT services, and is located in London, United Kingdom. It is currently at the planning stage with a pre-market engagement set to conclude on 8th June 2026. The tender aims to secure services in the IT domain, specifically focusing on software consulting and development. This engagement is a precursor to the actual tendering process, set to begin in August 2026 and potentially extend until August 2029, with an opportunity for renewal.

This pre-market engagement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses operating in the software and IT service industries. Companies specialising in software development, consulting, and support services may find this an ideal opportunity to engage with a reputable public authority. The engagement phase allows potential suppliers to better understand the requirements and tailor their solutions accordingly. Businesses ready to offer innovative IT solutions that align with government regulations will be well-suited to compete, providing a chance to establish or strengthen their presence in the public sector.

## Notice

Policy Platform - Pre-Market Engagement. Please see attached documents. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Software-package-and-information-systems./8Z76J8APY2 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/8Z76J8APY2

### Planning Information

Pre-Market Engagement - Please see attached documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045428-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 18 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Aug 2026 - 3 Aug 2027 |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CITY ST. GEORGE'S, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC1V 0HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI43 Haringey and Islington |
| Local authority | Islington |
| Electoral ward | Clerkenwell |
| Westminster constituency | Islington South and Finsbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 18 May 2026 at 14:37 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045428-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045428-2026
  18th May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/8Z76J8APY2
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Software-package-and-information-systems./8Z76J8APY2
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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