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PI1301726 - Managed Services Provision (NMSP)

Corporate Officer of the House of Commons · Central government

In brief

Corporate Officer of the House of Commons has announced plans to buy IT and software and computer hardware work. This is an early notice: there is nothing to bid on yet, but it tells you a tender may follow.

The estimated value is £65,000,000 excluding VAT.

The contract runs for 5 years, up to 10 years with extensions, starting 15 February 2027.

The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.

Can I win this?

Key dates

Express interest by
midday, Friday 10 July 2026

This is the first stage. You register interest now, and shortlisted suppliers are invited to bid later.

Competition

Typical: a median of 4 bids per contract for this buyer (from 10 awards in the last 12 months).

What the notice says

END-TO-END MANAGED NETWORK AS A SERVICE (NAAS): The Authority is seeking to procure a fully integrated, supplier operated Network as a Service covering IT, Operational Technology (OT), and Broadcast networks as a single, cohesive service layer. The Service shall be structured around the Authorities core Network architecture The required service includes these major domains: • Functional Services (core network delivery and operations) • Non Functional Services (performance, security, resilience outcomes) • Governance & Commercial Controls • Transition, Mobilisation and Exit lifecycle CORE SERVICE DELIVERY (FUNCTIONAL LAYER – “WHAT IS DELIVERED”) Deliver and operate core network services…Read the full description
END-TO-END MANAGED NETWORK AS A SERVICE (NAAS): The Authority is seeking to procure a fully integrated, supplier operated Network as a Service covering IT, Operational Technology (OT), and Broadcast networks as a single, cohesive service layer. The Service shall be structured around the Authorities core Network architecture The required service includes these major domains: • Functional Services (core network delivery and operations) • Non Functional Services (performance, security, resilience outcomes) • Governance & Commercial Controls • Transition, Mobilisation and Exit lifecycle CORE SERVICE DELIVERY (FUNCTIONAL LAYER – “WHAT IS DELIVERED”) Deliver and operate core network services across IT, OT, and Broadcast environments forming the backbone of Parliamentary operations. Provide end to end lifecycle management including design, run, optimisation, and continuous improvement. Manage all key service towers. • Enterprise IT networking (LAN/WAN/Wi Fi, remote access, perimeter) • OT environments (BMS, IoT, estate systems) • Broadcast and media transport networks (low latency production systems) • Service desk and operational support (Tier 2/3) • Documentation, asset lifecycle, and knowledge management Support project delivery and change activity, including estate changes and modernisation programmes. Provide enhanced capability for Special Parliamentary Events, scaling capacity and resilience on demand. SERVICE OUTCOMES & QUALITY (NON FUNCTIONAL LAYER – “HOW IT PERFORMS”) Assure high availability, resilience, and deterministic performance, particularly for critical broadcast and parliamentary functions. Embed security-by-design using Zero Trust principles across all domains (IT, OT, Broadcast where feasible).Provide end-to-end monitoring, observability and reporting, enabling proactive and predictive operations. Deliver business continuity and disaster recovery (BCDR) with defined recovery objectives and scenario testing. Enable cloud and hybrid network evolution, supporting modern architectures and migration to cloud platforms. Ensure compliance with regulatory, security, and sustainability standards. GOVERNANCE, CONTROL & COMMERCIAL MODEL (MANAGEMENT LAYER) Operate within a formal multi tier governance framework (strategic, operational, and technical forums). Deliver transparent reporting, KPIs, SLAs and service credits, ensuring measurable performance. Integrate fully with Parliamentary Digital Service (PDS), Broadcasting (PBU), and other stakeholders. Provide cost transparency and flexible commercial mechanisms, including support for events and project work. Collaborate across strategic programmes and digital transformation initiatives. SERVICE LIFECYCLE (TRANSITION & EXIT LAYER) Execute a controlled transition from incumbent supplier with no disruption to Parliamentary operations. Deliver structured mobilisation, knowledge transfer, and readiness activities. Maintain full continuity of service during transformation and change. Provide exit management and handover capability to future providers.

How to bid

  1. Read the full notice on Find a Tender, including any tender documents it links to.
  2. Register your organisation on the Central Digital Platform (through Find a Tender) if you have not already. Suppliers need to be registered to take part in procurements under the Procurement Act 2023.
  3. Follow the submission instructions in the notice; it does not name an e-tendering portal.
  4. Register your interest before midday, Friday 10 July 2026. Shortlisted suppliers are then invited to bid.

Timeline

  1. Preliminary market engagement notice · UK2, notice 068214-2025
  2. Planned procurement notice · UK3, notice 042720-2026

About the buyer

Procurements

135

Awards

69

Suppliers it has used most for IT and software

  1. CCM1379 - OHU Software

    The Police and Crime Commissioner for LincolnshireNorth East, North West, Yorkshire and the Humber, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, South East, South WestIT services and software, Social and domiciliary care

    Closing soon11 hours leftSuitable for SMEsSmall contract

    £82kestimated
  2. SONI087 IT Systems Implementation & Managed Services

    SONI LtdUK-wideIT services and software

    Closing soon11 hours leftExpress interestSuitable for SMEsFramework

    £18mframework ceiling
  3. Design Consultancy Framework

    Oxford Health NHS Foundation TrustSouth EastManagement consultancy, IT services and software

    Closing soon11 hours leftExpress interest11 lotsSuitable for SMEsFramework

    £4.5mframework ceiling
  4. School Attendance, collection data

    East Riding of Yorkshire CouncilUK-wideIT services and software

    Closing soon11 hours leftSmall contract

    £190kestimated
  5. EPOS system for Carmarthenshire County Council's leisure service

    Carmarthenshire County CouncilWalesCatering, IT services and software

    Closing soon13 hours leftSuitable for SMEsSmall contract

    £75kestimated

From notice 068214-2025 on Find a Tender, first published 24 October 2025, last updated 8 May 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.