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title: "Overnight Visitor Levy (OVL) System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d57a"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "GREATER LONDON AUTHORITY (GLA)"
published: "2026-07-28"
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# Overnight Visitor Levy (OVL) System

Buyer: GREATER LONDON AUTHORITY (GLA)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d57a

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## Summary

The Greater London Authority (GLA) is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Overnight Visitor Levy (OVL) System," which falls under the services category, specifically focused on software packages and IT services. This procurement initiative is driven by the planned introduction of local overnight visitor levies aimed at accommodation-based visitor charges. The main procuring entity for this process is Transport for London, acting on behalf of the GLA. The procurement is part of the legal framework established by the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill 2023, and the stages are scheduled to unfold starting on the 4th of January 2027. The overall budget for this contract is estimated at £2,400,000, with the contract period planned to commence on the 4th of June 2027 and extend until the 4th of June 2030, with potential renewals.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as indicated by its suitability for such organisations. Companies involved in IT software development, financial services, and consulting are well-positioned to compete, given the nature of the procurement which includes the implementation of information systems and associated support. The project offers the potential to collaborate on an initiative with broad public sector impact, providing a platform for showcasing expertise in delivering complex service contracts within the public sector. Businesses with innovative solutions in visitor management systems and a robust infrastructure to support ongoing service requirements are encouraged to prepare for this opportunity.

## Notice

On 26 November 2025, the UK Government announced plans, through the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill, to enable Mayoral Strategic Authorities to introduce local overnight visitor levies (commonly referred to as "tourist taxes"). The proposed powers would allow authorities such as the Greater London Authority to develop and implement accommodation-based visitor charges, subject to local consultation and governance arrangements. The information contained in this procurement pipeline is indicative only. All procurement dates are estimated and subject to change. Publication of this pipeline does not create any obligation on the Contracting Authority to proceed with any procurement, issue a tender, award a contract, or follow any specific procurement route. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to amend or withdraw any opportunities and associated timelines at any time.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071312-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 4 Jan 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Jun 2027 - 4 Jun 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| 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 | GREATER LONDON AUTHORITY (GLA) |
| Additional buyers | TRANSPORT FOR LONDON |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E16 1ZE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 66000000 - Financial and insurance services
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2026 at 14:07 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071312-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071312-2026
  28th July 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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