Scope
Reference
Project_17923
Description
The Home Office's International Strategy & Capability Unit (ISC) provides capability and capacity building for foreign governments in the following thematics:
Policing
Fire and Rescue
Cyber Security
Strategic Intelligence and Threat Assessment
Border Security and Illegal Migration
National Risk and Resilience
This is executed either directly through agreements with foreign governments, through other UK Government Departments (e.g. FCDO) or working in partnership with other parts of the Home Office.
Our approach to executing this is to employ a blended mix of policy, PPM and SME resources supported by industry, academia and uniformed services under the Home Office umbrella.
ISC's mission is to support the Home Office priorities in preventing harm coming to the UK, to provide our expertise to other Departments to help deliver their objectives as well as supporting wider Government initiatives such as Prosperity by:
1. Developing and maintaining a centre of excellence, the International Portfolio Management Office (IPMO), both to execute our own projects as well as aid other Home Office areas with theirs.
2. Growing and maintaining our network of suppliers and partners in the thematic areas covered and continuously developing our depth of expertise to deliver in a flexible, timely, safe and effective way.
3. Working with FCDO colleagues to advise and deliver on projects related HO thematics.
4. Develop G2G agreements to directly contribute to growth and prosperity agenda and work with industry, academia and government partners e.g. DBT to ensure we maximise these opportunities.
This framework is being procured to support the delivery of our mission.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £140,000,000 excluding VAT
- £168,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 5 May 2026 to 5 May 2030
- 4 years, 1 day
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80521000 - Training programme services
- 35121000 - Security equipment
- 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis
- 79417000 - Safety consultancy services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
28 August 2025
Engagement process description
Background:
Following the initial round of market engagement, we have refined elements of the proposed procurement strategy, including the lot structure, supplier qualification criteria, and delivery model. We are now seeking supplier input to ensure the approach is commercially viable, proportionate, and aligned with market capabilities.
Purpose of the Event:
Present the updated proposal, including the revised lot structure and qualification criteria.
Seek supplier feedback on the feasibility, clarity, and potential impact of the proposed approach.
Understand any barriers to participation and gather suggestions for improvement.
Gauge market interest and capacity to deliver the requirements.
The event will be held via MS Teams and will take place on 15 September 2025 at 1500 UK time. Should you wish to attend please contact samra-boone.kamaldeep@homeoffice.gov.uk
This notice is solely for the purpose of engaging the market to gather information. It does not constitute a call for competition or form part of any formal procurement process. Participation in this engagement will not confer any advantage or disadvantage in any future procurement, nor will it bind the Authority to proceed with any specific course or action.
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
5 January 2026
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Home Office
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWGC-6513-PQLZ
2 Marsham Street
London
SW1P 4DF
United Kingdom
Email: name@homeoffice.gov.uk
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - central government