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Software Communications Tool Request for Information

ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY · Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 30 Sept 2026, 13:51.

Opportunity overview

APHA is seeking software solutions to enhance staff communication and soft skills. Our diverse workforce—including inspectors, scientists, and customer service teams—regularly interacts with stakeholders such as farmers and livestock keepers, where clear and empathetic communication is vital. We aim to procure tools that allow staff to practice real-life scenarios, identify early signs of escalation, and apply effective strategies to manage challenging interactions. This investment will help us build confidence, strengthen relationships, and deliver exceptional customer service. Please see attached the Request for Information. If you have any access issues, please email me: izabella.roberts@defra.gov.uk Please note that the contract start and end dates are just indicative.

Classification

  • CPV48000000 — Software package and information systems

Lots

  • Lot 1Value not stated

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
ocds-h6vhtk-05f00b
Status
planning
Above Threshold
No
Main Procurement Category
goods

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Techniques

Has Framework Agreement
Yes

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Status
planning

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Ends
30 May 2029, 23:59
Starts
30 May 2026, 00:00

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
48000000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Software package and information systems

Planning and budget

Documents

Entry 1
Id
080292-2025
Format
text/html
Notice Type
UK2
Description
Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
Document Type
marketEngagementNotice
Published
5 Dec 2025, 15:54

Milestones

Entry 1
Id
engagement
Type
engagement
Status
scheduled
Due
19 Jan 2026, 23:59
Description
Please see attached a Request for Information for the Software Communications Tool project.

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Id
GB-PPON-PBHC-6261-BLLQ
Name
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY

Roles

buyer

Address

Region
UKI32
Country
GB
Locality
London
Postal Code
SW1P 4DF
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
Seacole Building, 2 Marsham Street

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Id
publicAuthorityCentralGovernment
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Description
Public authority - central government

Identifier

Id
PBHC-6261-BLLQ
Scheme
GB-PPON

Contact

Name
Izabella Roberts

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · London · UKI32 · SW1P 4DF · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

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  1. ocds-h6vhtk-05f00b-2025-12-05T15:54:53ZPreliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ·