--- title: "UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement - Sellafield Limited: Software Asset Management Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d7ed" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d7ed" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d7ed.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d7ed.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SELLAFIELD LIMITED" published: "2026-08-03" --- # UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement - Sellafield Limited: Software Asset Management Services Buyer: SELLAFIELD LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d7ed [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d7ed) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d7ed.json) ## Summary Sellafield Limited, a public authority under sub-central government, is planning a procurement process for Software Asset Management (SAM) Services. The tender will be conducted under the Technology Services 4 Framework (TS4) Agreement, primarily focusing on infrastructure management. The procurement is currently in the planning stage with a Request for Information (RFI) being conducted to gather insights and feedback. Sellafield Limited operates from Warrington, United Kingdom, and interested suppliers must submit their feedback by 13th August 2026. The competitive process is expected to launch in October 2026, with potential contract initiation starting on 5th April 2027 and continuing until April 2030, with a possibility of renewal until 2031. This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, consulting, software development, and support. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, as the procurement is designed with their suitability in mind. Companies with expertise in software licence management, compliance assessments, and technical support for SAM tools like Flexera are well-suited to compete. Given the scale and scope of the tender, it represents a substantial opportunity to build a long-term relationship with Sellafield Limited, potentially impacting decision-making processes, cost optimisation, and risk mitigation strategies within the industry. ## Notice Sellafield Ltd is considering a call for competition for Software Asset Management (SAM) Services under the Technology Services 4 (TS4) Framework Agreement (RM6190) Lot 4 - Infrastructure Management. We anticipate launching this call for competition in October 2026. Sellafield Ltd is seeking supplier insights and feedback on the proposed competition and scope. The scope of the Software Asset Management Services is as follows: * Effective Licence Position (ELP) Assessments o Reconciling software licence entitlements against actual software consumption. o Delivering SAM insights through reporting and analytical services. o Supporting informed decision-making for cost optimisation and risk mitigation. * Software Advisory and Audit Services o Ensuring contractual obligations are met for all licensor audits. o Provision of expert guidance, evidence-based compliance assessments, and audit support. * Software Licensing and Compliance Advice o Comprehensive support for managing and defending of third-party software audits. o Specialised focus on Tier 1 licensor audits to navigate complex requirements. * SAM Tooling & Process Management Support o Front-end and back-end technical support for Flexera (SAM tooling). o SAM process management. o SAM Service Request / Request Fulfilment. ### Planning Information Sellafield Ltd is conducting this Request for Information (RFI) to offer potential participants the opportunity to engage with Sellafield Ltd to better understand the contract opportunity and provide feedback. This feedback will inform and shape the procurement of the Software Asset Management (SAM) Services. To obtain further information and provide feedback, suppliers must register their interest via the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority and Sellafield Ltd E-procurement system, Atamis. This can be found at the following address: https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/Welcome Once registered on Atamis, you can access all documentation and provide feedback using the record reference C32180 Preliminary Market Engagement - Software Asset Management Services. Please submit your feedback by completing the RFI template and returning it via the messaging function on Atamis record C32180. The deadline for return is 23:59 on 13th August 2026. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073046-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | 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 | 3 Aug 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 5 Oct 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Apr 2027 - 4 Apr 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £4,800,000 | | 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 | SELLAFIELD LIMITED | | Locality | WARRINGTON | | Post town | Warrington | | Postcode | WA3 6GR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire | | ITL 3 | TLD61 Warrington | | Local authority | Warrington | | Electoral ward | Birchwood | | Westminster constituency | Warrington North | | Delivery location | TLD11 West Cumbria, TLD61 Warrington | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 3 Aug 2026 at 09:26 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073046-2026 - 30 Jul 2026 at 15:35 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072386-2026 - 30 Jul 2026 at 14:34 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072310-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073046-2026 3rd August 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072386-2026 30th July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072310-2026 30th July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/Welcome - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/sellafield-ltd - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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