How to win: PDS Strategic Delivery Partner (SDP) Programme (PI1301827)

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This is a Pipeline Notice for the four procurements planned as part of the Parliamentary Digital Service (PDS) Strategic Delivery Partner (SDP) Programme (ref: PI1301827). Its Preliminary Market Engagement Notice was issued on 06 May 2026 as referenced below: - Notice identifier: 2026/S 000-041609 - Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-065bf8 - Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041609-2026 PDS is preparing this SDP programme to support the delivery of its digital, data and technology agenda over the coming years. PDS has been evolving towards agile ways of working, with notable progress including a shift to value streams and changes to the digital operating model. However, the pace of technology‑driven change is accelerating, user expectations are evolving, and cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated. This SDP programme comprises four complementary procurements that provide specialist discovery, advisory, and digital delivery to support UKP’s transformation objectives. The scope is non‑BAU; all work under each contract will be outcomes based, as opposed to an ongoing service provision. The delivery model assessment determined the followi

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