Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation has published a procurement opportunity for 001154 - civil engineering works and services with an estimated value of £500,000,000. The submission deadline is 27 October 2028, giving eligible UK suppliers a limited window to prepare and submit bids through the official Contracts Finder portal.

Published on 2026-04-10, this contract is open to suitably qualified suppliers across the United Kingdom. All businesses interested in bidding should review the full tender documentation and confirm they meet all eligibility requirements before the closing date.

Contract overview

YPO are looking for Providers to be appointed onto a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of Civil Engineering Works and Services and are seeking to appoint Providers who provide one or more of the following services: survey, design, supply, project management, installation and/or maintenance of the following categories Road & Highway Infrastructure, Rail Transport infrastructure, Flood and Storm management, Renewable energies, Solar, Air Transport Infrastructure, Water and Utilities, Coastal & River Protection, Geotechnical and land maintenance (Inc Surveying & Ground investigation). The DPS is designed to meet the needs of all public sector organisations which includes YPO's internal requirements and any of YPO's wholly owned associated or subsidiary companies. Additional information: Please note the update to the contracts finder notice is for:- 1. A change of e-tendering portal. Access to the procurement documents can now be found at https://ypo2.my.site.com/s/Welcome 2. Update to the CPV codes

Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation is the contracting authority. The estimated value is £500,000,000 and the deadline is 27 October 2028. Download the full specification from the official portal before preparing a bid.

Is your business eligible?

This contract is most relevant to IT consultancies, software developers, managed service providers. Suppliers typically need to demonstrate experience delivering similar contracts, appropriate financial standing, and hold Cyber Essentials Plus, ISO 27001.

Under the Procurement Act 2023, Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation must actively consider SME participation. Check whether this contract has been structured into lots.

• Proven track record in it & technology contracts of comparable scope
• Financial standing appropriate for a £500,000,000 contract
• Relevant certifications: Cyber Essentials Plus, ISO 27001
• Capacity to mobilise within Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation’s required timeframe
• Ability to meet the 27 October 2028 submission deadline

How to submit a bid

• Step 1 — Access the notice: Visit Contracts Finder at https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/892317
• Step 2 — Register free: Create or log in to your supplier account
• Step 3 — Download documents: Read the full ITT before preparing your response
• Step 4 — Raise clarifications: Submit questions early — Q&A typically closes 1–2 weeks before the deadline
• Step 5 — Submit before 27 October 2028: Late submissions are not accepted

What the buyer will evaluate

Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation will assess all compliant bids against published criteria. Buyers typically apply a 60% quality and 40% price weighting. Under the Procurement Act 2023, social value is a mandatory evaluation criterion.

Writing a winning bid

• Lead with an executive summary addressing Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation’s objectives directly
• Provide two or more case studies with measurable outcomes from comparable contracts
• Include specific, costed social value commitments
• Price to win but ensure your margin covers full delivery
• Submit at least 24 hours before 27 October 2028

Frequently asked questions

Can SMEs bid for this contract?

Yes. The Procurement Act 2023 requires Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation to consider SME suitability and remove unnecessary barriers.

Is registration on the portal free?

Yes. Registering as a supplier on Contracts Finder is completely free.

What happens if I miss the 27 October 2028 deadline?

Late submissions are not accepted. The deadline is absolute. Submit at least 24 hours early.

Where are the full tender documents?

All documents are on the official Contracts Finder listing at https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/892317.

This article is for informational purposes only. Always verify all details on the official procurement portal before submitting a bid. Kael Tripton is not affiliated with or endorsed by Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation or the UK government.