Scope
Reference
PS25241
Description
The UK government's five national missions set the strategic objectives under which the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) currently operates: i) kickstart economic growth, ii) make Britain a clean energy superpower, iii) take back our streets, iv) break down barriers to opportunity, and v) build an NHS fit for the future.
At DSIT, our purpose is to drive economic growth, improving the performance and productivity of government and empowering citizens. We will achieve our purpose by maximising:
• the impact of government action to support R&D, science and technology on the UK's national and regional growth.
• value for money for the taxpayer by applying AI and digital technologies to transform the citizen's experience of public service by making it more effective, convenient and productive.
• the control people can exercise over their interaction with government by widening and deepening their digital skills, knowledge and trust in technology.
Total value (estimated)
- £50,000 excluding VAT
- £60,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 21 November 2025 to 31 March 2026
- 4 months, 10 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Conditions of participation
The final date and time for the submission of bids is Friday 31st October 2025 @ 11:00
DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal.
Brief Description of Requirement
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The UK government's five national missions set the strategic objectives under which the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) currently operates: i) kickstart economic growth, ii) make Britain a clean energy superpower, iii) take back our streets, iv) break down barriers to opportunity, and v) build an NHS fit for the future.
At DSIT, our purpose is to drive economic growth, improving the performance and productivity of government and empowering citizens. We will achieve our purpose by maximising:
• the impact of government action to support R&D, science and technology on the UK's national and regional growth.
• value for money for the taxpayer by applying AI and digital technologies to transform the citizen's experience of public service by making it more effective, convenient and productive.
• the control people can exercise over their interaction with government by widening and deepening their digital skills, knowledge and trust in technology
Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Supplier Attachments tab within the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal.
This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria as set out in the ITQ document.
How to Apply
UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal for this procurement.
To register on the Jaggaer eSourcing portal please use the link https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/ and follow the instructions to register as a supplier.
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Once you are logged into the system you will be able to locate the Procurement you wish to leave a bid on by clicking the ITTs Open to All Suppliers and searching for the reference number PS25241.
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basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity. The Contracting Authority expressly reserves the right: i. not to award any contract as a result of the procurement process commenced by publication of this notice; and ii. to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the procurement; and under no circumstances as part of your organisations participation in this opportunity, will the Contracting Authority be liable for any costs incurred by any organisation as a result. If the Contracting Authority decides to enter into a contract with any successful organisation(s), this does not mean that there is any guarantee of subsequent contracts being awarded. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly a matter solely for the commercial judgement of your organisation in doing so. About UK Shared Business Services UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) brings a commercial attitude to the public sector; helping our contracting authorities to improve efficiency, generate savings and modernise. Where UK SBS is not named as the Contracting Authority within the documentation, UK SBS will be acting as an agent on behalf of the Contracting Authority. Our broad range of expert services is shared by our customers. This allows our customers the freedom to focus resources on core activities; innovating and transforming their own organisations. For full details of our partner base please review the following link: http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx
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Jaggaer eSourcing Portal
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Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
17 October 2025, 2:00pm
Tender submission deadline
31 October 2025, 2:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Most advantages tender.
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Department for Science, Innovation & Technology
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVWZ-3216-PVQL
22 Whitehall
London
SW1A 2EG
United Kingdom
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - central government
Other organisation
These organisations are carrying out the procurement, or part of it, on behalf of the contracting authorities.
UK Shared Business Services
Summary of their role in this procurement: Shared Service Provider
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PMPN-7535-GNTG
Polaris House, North Star Avenue
Swindon
SN2 1FF
United Kingdom
Region: UKK14 - Swindon