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title: "SONI087 IT Systems Implementation & Managed Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ef81"
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# SONI087 IT Systems Implementation & Managed Services

Buyer: SONI Ltd  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ef81

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## Summary

SONI Ltd is seeking one suitably qualified supplier or consortium to establish and operate its target IT operating model. The requirement covers implementation and integration of core IT systems, including design, build and transition; secure and resilient IT services supporting SONI’s organisational separation and statutory functions; end-user support and service desk provision; and ongoing IT service management, optimisation and ITSM processes. This is a managed IT services and systems implementation requirement, covering IT consultancy, software development, internet and support services (CPV 72000000). Delivery is required across the United Kingdom, for SONI Ltd, a private utility based in Belfast. The arrangement is intended to support future service requirements as well as the continuing operation of the target IT environment.

The procurement has reached tender: SONI invited offers through a selective competitive flexible procedure, with up to three candidates progressing to the tender stage. It comprises one lot and is above threshold. The estimated value is £18,000,000 excluding VAT (£21,600,000 including VAT). Expressions of interest were due by 30 September 2026 at 12:00, and enquiries by 21 September 2026 at 12:00. The initial contract period runs from 5 January 2027 to 4 January 2032, with annual extensions available for up to three further years, ending no later than 4 January 2035. Award is scheduled by 18 December 2026. Evaluation weights previous experience at 65% and candidate capacity at 35%.

This opportunity suits established IT systems integrators and managed service providers, including consortia and suitable small and medium-sized enterprises. Bidders need sufficient suitably qualified personnel, a credible delivery model and the organisational capacity to deliver a complex, full-scope IT contract. Relevant recent experience must cover both implementation and integration of IT systems and services, including design, build and transition, and the ongoing delivery of managed services. The latter includes IT service management processes, a service desk and end-user support. These capabilities may be demonstrated through one contract or across three contracts. Suppliers able to combine transformation delivery with dependable long-term operational support are best placed to compete for the single-supplier arrangement.

## Notice

SONI wishes to appoint an appropriately qualified and experienced Supplier (or consortium) to deliver outcomes aligned to the successful establishment and ongoing operation of SONI's target IT operating model. The appointed Supplier will be responsible for enabling a secure, resilient, and user-focused IT environment that supports SONI's organisational separation, statutory functions, and future service requirements. This includes the delivery and integration of core IT systems, the provision of effective end-user support services, and the ongoing management and optimisation of IT Services. Refer to PSQ for further information.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will be established for an initial period of five (5) years, with the option to extend annually for an additional three (3) years, subject to SONI's discretion and in accordance with the terms of the contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082639-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Sep 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Sep 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Jan 2027 - 4 Jan 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,000,000 |
| Lots value | £18,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SONI Ltd |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Postcode area | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT6 9RT |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN0E Lisburn and Castlereagh |
| Local authority | Lisburn and Castlereagh |
| Electoral ward | Moneyreagh |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 1 Sep 2026 at 13:03 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082639-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082639-2026
  1st September 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=651865
  Procurement Specific Questionnaire
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=651866
  Scope of Requirements
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=651867
  Clarification Questions

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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