UK-Taunton: IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support.

Scope

Description: The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) are seeking a strategic partner to deliver the ongoing support, maintenance and development of our publications. The appointed partner is also required to be able to provide consultative services to collaboratively deliver the user centric products and services that fall under this contract, many of which are vital to Safety Of Life At Sea (SOLAS). Essential skills and experience include areas such as software engineering, cloud & infrastructure, Data and Integration, Security and Quality Assurance along with UX, maritime and defence experience is critical. The contract will be for 5 years with the ability to extend.
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https://ukho.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=984222548

Total value (estimated):

GBP 11,500,000 excluding VAT GBP 13,800,000 including VAT

Description

Contract dates (estimated)
01/02/2026 to 31/03/2031
CPV Classifications:
72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support.

Contract can be extended:
Yes

Extension Date:
31/03/2036

Delivery regions:
Not Provided
Award criteria:
Quality criterion - Name: Weightings to be provided at tender stage. For participation, all criteria's must be met. / Weighting: 100


Technical ability conditions of participation: Supplier must be able to provide SC cleared Staff
The supplier must have Maritime and Defence Experience
The supplier must have experience in the skills and expertise in the areas outlined within the questionnaire.

Submission

Enquiry deadline: 21/10/2025 Time: 13:00Deadline for requests to participate: 22/10/2025 Time: 17:00
Submission address and any special instructions: https://ukho.delta-esourcing.com/respond/3876TGH827
An electronic auction will be used: No
Languages that may be used for submission: English, Award decision date (estimated): 05/01/2026

Procedure

Procedure type: Competitive flexible procedure

Contracting authority

UK Hydrographic Office, PZZG-9616-WGXT
Admiralty Way, Taunton, TA1 2DN, United Kingdom
Email: Tara.Stone@ukho.gov.uk
Contact: Tara Stone
Address of the buyer profile: www.ukho.gov.uk

Organisation type: MINISTRY
Devolved regulations that apply: None