Digital Marketplace
The contract covers appointment to a framework agreement for a digital marketplace through which public sector organisations can purchase goods. Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation (YPO), a public-sector procurement organisation serving contracting authorities and its own internal requirements, is seeking a provider to operate the marketplace. The provider will make goods available for online ordering, process orders placed by end customers, and ensure the resulting goods are delivered directly to those customers. The estimated total framework value is £500 million; the tender details do not state the framework duration or a specific delivery region, although delivery is expected to be made directly to participating public sector customers. The critical qualification requirement is the ability to provide and operate a digital marketplace that supports purchasing by YPO and other contracting authorities, with direct fulfilment and delivery of ordered goods.
Buyer: Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 1 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £800m
- Bids close: 4 Nov 2026
- Location: Wakefield
- Procedure: Open procedure
- Contract period: 23 Jan 2027 to 22 Jan 2029
- Category: Electronic marketplace retailing services (66151100)
From the official notice
YPO are looking for a Provider to be appointed onto a Framework Agreement for the provision of a Digital Marketplace. The Framework is designed to meet the needs of all public sector organisations which includes YPO’s internal requirements. This Framework is designed to meet the needs of YPO and Other Contracting Authorities by establishing an agreement where the end customer will place the order via the Provider’s digital marketplace to purchase goods with the resultant order being delivered directly to the end customer.
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 4 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £800m.
Who can apply?
The buyer has marked it as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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