UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

Modernisation of the ETMP Platform.

This is a research based contract with the overarching aim of understanding alcohol producers' experiences of the recent Alcohol Duty reforms in the United Kingdom.

HMRC require a universal DevOps solution, providing end-to-end automation and management of binaries and artifacts through the application delivery process improving productivity across HMRC's development ecosystem. HMRC are planning to consolidate multiple siloed software instances across CDIO, ECS, DPS, EIS and B&T/CDS into SaaS based platforms. HMRC requires freedom of choice supporting 25+ software build packages, all major CI/CD (Continuous Version 1.0 3 Integration and Continuous delivery/deployment) platforms, and DevOps tools HMRC already use. This is focusing on the need to procure the following licenses for the JFrog Binary Repository and Software Contextual Analysis software. License requirement: Cloud Enterprise+ 2 SaaS Platforms True-Up Consumption.

To supply electricity to Carne House office in Belfast

HMRC require a solution which can develop, share and version control rigorously assured code to produce robust, reproducible analysis which can also allow for Collaboration, internal transparency coupled with security. HMRC are planning to consolidate multiple siloed software instances across CDIO, ECS, DPS, EIS and B&T/CDS into SaaS based platforms. It is key that all groups in HMRC are on the same platform as other analysists, data scientists and coders in HMRC, to ensure integration and compatibility and therefore efficient use and reuse of analytical components across the department. This includes Gitlab Dedicated SaaS for 4000 users, large Infrastructure and Management

At Autumn Budget 2024, the Government confirmed Vaping Products Duty (VPD) would be introduced from 1 October 2026. Following further technical consultation, the Government announced a Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme (VDS) to be implemented alongside the VPD. The response to the consultation is available on GOV.UK. HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has conducted a competitive flexible procurement exercise to appoint a Vaping Duty Stamp supplier via a concession contract. The duration of the contract will be 5 years with an optional one (1) year extension period at the sole discretion of the Authority. The estimated total contract value (inclusive of any options) is £32 million (excluding VAT). This value has been calculated based on the indicative volumes provided within the Specification and using existing information on stamp duty costs, including engagement with International Tax Stamp Association (ITSA). The Authority anticipates that a third of the contract value is associated with delivery charges, which are a non-profitable element of the contract. This assumption is based on average delivery costs of UK postal providers, for National, European and International mail. The Supplier will support the implementation of the Vaping Duty Stamp (VDS) Scheme. Under the scheme, businesses will purchase duty stamps directly from the appointed Supplier. The stamp will be a physical product incorporating digital features for traceability and authentication and will also capture data; including information about the manufacturer or business who affixes the stamp, product details and product journey through the supply chain. The scheme will be managed by the appointed Supplier, who will be responsible for production and supply, as well as providing the system for businesses to order, make payment, manage their stamps and collect data for HMRC relating to vaping products and the journey through the supply chain. The stamp must be applied before the product is released for consumption, and associated data will be recorded in the Supplier's system.

To keep pace with evolving customer, societal and economic expectations, manage the growing tax gap, and modernise its workforce and technology to be future fit and continuously improve, HMRC must execute an ambitious transformation agenda. Delivery of our five-year transformation outcomes will be a complex and significant undertaking. This will necessitate a fundamental step change in how we run and change our services in order to transform across the entire organisation and increase our flexibility for the future. By 2029/30, our vision is to operate as a digital first tax and customs administration which enables individuals and businesses to get their tax right and have greater certainty over their tax obligations. To achieve this, we need to deliver a set of outcomes through our transformation portfolio that will modernise our technology estate and ensure our IT systems remain resilient and secure, enable 80%+ of all customer interaction to be digital, bring in £6.5bn additional tax revenue. This significant undertaking will require all parts of our organisation to be more innovative, bold and efficient in how we lead, deliver and embed change. We are looking for a strategic and delivery partner who will support, coach and help us to deliver as we: 1. Test, Critique and Embed a Service Ownership Model: Support and work with HMRC colleagues to understand the conditions for success, to develop and land our operating model and ways of working and to coach the organisation on the journey to develop user centric, adaptive and iterative services - using HMRC's current transformation challenges to implement a different approach. 2. Land iterative change effectively and efficiently: Increasing the capacity for, and quality of, change by implementing iterative improvements. 3. Increase our capability working side-by-side with HMRC colleagues to deliver agreed pieces of our backlog. 4. Implement new, AI-driven, and digital iterative ways of working: Accelerate end-to-end changes across various project sizes and complexities. 5. Upskill and educate: Ensure that leadership and teams are equipped to drive and support the transformation agenda, providing learning and skills to embrace digital and new ways of working and setting the tone for the required cultural change. 6. Provide strategic leadership support for transformation: Partner HMRC's Executive Committee and senior leadership community to institute new ways of working, and foster a culture that enables agile, innovative approaches to designing and running services to thrive. Advise and help ExCom to deliver on opportunities to address structural organisational design opportunities that would accelerate the pace of change. Provide expert strategic advice on an ad hoc basis to both the Exchequer Secretary and the Permanent Secretaries on Digital Transformation, AI and how to deliver user driven change at pace. And ultimately ensure that we deliver on our ambitious plans.

Renewal of software subscription to help monitor energy usage across HMRC sites.

Provide EMS SaaS capability to HMRC sites.

Provision of BACS approved bureau services to enable all clients under the Department for Transport umbrella to send critical payments and collect revenues and process Direct Debit and Direct Credit related reports using BACS approved software.

HMRC require a solution which can develop, share and version control rigorously assured code to produce robust, reproducible analysis which can also allow for Collaboration, internal transparency coupled with security. HMRC are planning to consolidate multiple siloed software instances across CDIO, ECS, DPS, EIS and B&T/CDS into SaaS based platforms. It is key that all groups in HMRC are on the same platform as other analysists, data scientists and coders in HMRC, to ensure integration and compatibility and therefore efficient use and reuse of analytical components across the department. This includes Gitlab Dedicated SaaS for 4000 users, large Infrastructure and Management

HMRC require a universal DevOps solution, providing end-to-end automation and management of binaries and artifacts through the application delivery process improving productivity across HMRC's development ecosystem. HMRC are planning to consolidate multiple siloed software instances across CDIO, ECS, DPS, EIS and B&T/CDS into SaaS based platforms. HMRC requires freedom of choice supporting 25+ software build packages, all major CI/CD (Continuous Version 1.0 3 Integration and Continuous delivery/deployment) platforms, and DevOps tools HMRC already use. This is focusing on the need to procure the following licenses for the JFrog Binary Repository and Software Contextual Analysis software. License requirement: Cloud Enterprise+ 2 SaaS Platforms True-Up Consumption.

HMRC require a project management tool for tracking issues, bugs and tasks in software development and a collaborative workspace where teams can create, share and manage documentation and knowledge. These tools need to be able to integrate to allow teams to plan projects, track progress and maintain organised accessible information. The solutions need to be integrated to allow for transition between project tracking and documentation as well as being highly customisable to support complex workflows across software, business and IT teams. The system also needs to be compatible with a range of plugins that HMRC already utilise and requires robust permission controls to maintain the security of HMRC systems. HMRC are planning to consolidate multiple siloed software instances across CDIO, ECS, DPS, EIS, B&T/CDS and HMRC Digital into SaaS based platforms. This is focusing on the need to procure the following licenses for the Atlassian Jira/Confluence software. License requirement: Atlassian Enterprise Cloud, 9000 Users for Jira, Confluence Bundled with Rovo for 9000 Users Atlassian Guard Premium 9000 users, Jira Service Management Enterprise 300 Agents, Jira Product Discovery Premium 1000 Users.

HMRC require a solution which can develop, share and version control rigorously assured code to produce robust, reproducible analysis which can also allow for Collaboration, internal transparency coupled with security. HMRC are planning to consolidate multiple siloed software instances across CDIO, ECS, DPS, EIS and B&T/CDS into SaaS based platforms. It is key that all groups in HMRC are on the same platform as other analysists, data scientists and coders in HMRC, to ensure integration and compatibility and therefore efficient use and reuse of analytical components across the department. This includes Gitlab Dedicated SaaS for 4000 users, large Infrastructure and Management

HMRC will hold a briefing event for all interested parties on 28 April. Attendance requires signing of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) in advance. To keep pace with evolving customer, societal and economic expectations, manage the growing tax gap, and modernise its workforce and technology to be future fit and continuously improve, HMRC must execute an ambitious transformation agenda. Delivery of our five-year transformation outcomes will be a complex and significant undertaking. This will necessitate a fundamental step change in how we run and change our services in order to transform across the entire organisation and increase our flexibility for the future. By 2029/30, our vision is to operate as a digital first tax and customs administration which enables individuals and businesses to get their tax right and have greater certainty over their tax obligations. To achieve this, we need to deliver a set of outcomes through our transformation portfolio that will modernise our technology estate and ensure our IT systems remain resilient and secure, enable 80%+ of all customer interaction to be digital, bring in £6.5bn additional tax revenue. This significant undertaking will require all parts of our organisation to be more innovative, bold and efficient in how we lead, deliver and embed change. We are looking for a strategic and delivery partner who will support, coach and help us to deliver as we: 1. Test, Critique and Embed a Service Ownership Model: Support and work with HMRC colleagues to understand the conditions for success, to develop and land our operating model and ways of working and to coach the organisation on the journey to develop user centric, adaptive and iterative services - using HMRC's current transformation challenges to implement a different approach. 2. Land iterative change effectively and efficiently: Increasing the capacity for, and quality of, change by implementing iterative improvements. 3. Increase our capability working side-by-side with HMRC colleagues to deliver agreed pieces of our backlog. 4. Implement new, AI-driven, and digital iterative ways of working: Accelerate end-to-end changes across various project sizes and complexities. 5. Upskill and educate: Ensure that leadership and teams are equipped to drive and support the transformation agenda, providing learning and skills to embrace digital and new ways of working and setting the tone for the required cultural change. 6. Provide strategic leadership support for transformation: Partner HMRC's Executive Committee and senior leadership community to institute new ways of working, and foster a culture that enables agile, innovative approaches to designing and running services to thrive. Advise and help ExCom to deliver on opportunities to address structural organisational design opportunities that would accelerate the pace of change. Provide expert strategic advice on an ad hoc basis to both the Exchequer Secretary and the Permanent Secretaries on Digital Transformation, AI and how to deliver user driven change at pace. And ultimately ensure that we deliver on our ambitious plans.

Renewal contract for a performance monitoring and troubleshooting tool. This includes hardware licences support.

The procurement requirement is for three Bloomberg Terminal Licences which will provide Tax Specialists with data that is vital to their compliance work.

The purchase of a corporate BCS (British Computer Society) membership package that provides staff with access to professional development, industry-recognised accreditation, and networking opportunities.

At Autumn Budget 2024, the Government confirmed Vaping Products Duty (VPD) would be introduced from 1 October 2026. Following further technical consultation, the Government announced a Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme (VDS) to be implemented alongside the VPD. The response to the consultation is available on GOV.UK. HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has conducted a competitive flexible procurement exercise to appoint a Vaping Duty Stamp supplier via a concession contract. The duration of the contract will be 5 years with an optional one (1) year extension period at the sole discretion of the Authority. The estimated total contract value (inclusive of any options) is £32 million (excluding VAT). This value has been calculated based on the indicative volumes provided within the Specification and using existing information on stamp duty costs, including engagement with International Tax Stamp Association (ITSA). The Authority anticipates that a third of the contract value is associated with delivery charges, which are a non-profitable element of the contract. This assumption is based on average delivery costs of UK postal providers, for National, European and International mail. The Supplier will support the implementation of the Vaping Duty Stamp (VDS) Scheme. Under the scheme, businesses will purchase duty stamps directly from the appointed Supplier. The stamp will be a physical product incorporating digital features for traceability and authentication and will also capture data; including information about the manufacturer or business who affixes the stamp, product details and product journey through the supply chain. The scheme will be managed by the appointed Supplier, who will be responsible for production and supply, as well as providing the system for businesses to order, make payment, manage their stamps and collect data for HMRC relating to vaping products and the journey through the supply chain. The stamp must be applied before the product is released for consumption, and associated data will be recorded in the Supplier's system.