Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bc7-edcd-71f9-bf65-fe32d3c2ef08/provision-of-sm-dp-esim-platform-and-associated-services pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Provision of SM-DP+ eSIM Platform and Associated Services [NPL Management Limited](https://tendernation.io/buyers/npl-management-limited) Estimated value £1,000,000 Published 19 Nov 2025 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender The SD DP+ solution (eSIM platform) is required for research purposes but will be installed and accredited to enable NPL Ltd to act as a UKTL Provider. For research purposes an on-prem internet isolated solution is preferred but in order to evaluate a system that is representative of what would be in use at a Mobile Network Operator, a cloud based solution would be considered. The SM-DP+ supplier is asked to respond to this request, and confirm with details of how it meets or exceeds the points set out below, providing narrative as appropriate. - Deployment - It is possible to deploy the SM-DP+ solution within NPL's premises. - The solution description will include the minimal hardware requirements to run the solution. - Provide a reference network architecture and configuration. - List the HSMs the solution is compatible with. - Provide support to achieve the required level of GSMA SAS accreditation of the solutions deployment within the client's own premises - Specification compliance The SM-DP+ solution must meet the minimal mandatory functional elements as set-out in the relevant specifications. - SGP.21 v2.6 "RSP Architecture" - SGP.22 v2.6 "RSP Technical Specification" - Detail if and what elements of SGP.21/.22 V3.x are supported - TCA's SIM Alliance Profile Package (SAIP) V3.3.1 (Aug 2023) or V3.4 (Mar 2025) - Must include support a 5G profile generation - Integration - The SM-DP+ solution provides an ES2+ MNO BSS interface with support for at least the API's defined in SGP.22. - The SM-DP+ solution provides a compliant and proven ES12 integration towards the SM-DS - The ES12 interface can be stubbed to simulate an SM-DS integration. - Profile Management & Service monitoring UI / Console. - Describe HSA's external integration method for access used by the reference deployment architecture. - Security - The solution console provides Login / User Management - The solution is architected and deployable to meet SAS audit requirements - Functions - Profile Inventory management - Upload Protected Profile packages - Dynamic Profile Package handling / creation to match the eSIMs interoperable profile package version support - Manually submit profile delete request to permit profile reuse without / overriding a need for device notification. - MatchingID generation as required - The solution supports the core profile lifecycle management as defined in SGP.22 and include the following APIs: - DownloadOrder - with ICCID provided, with or without EID - with profile type provided, with or without EID - Resulting in a linked or allocated profile - ConfirmOrder - ReleaseProfile - CancelOrder - Interrogation The SM-DP+ deployment permits the system administrator to employ logging tools / techniques to scrutinise events at a transactional level, trace protocol and communication exchanges within the software functions and on the RSP interfaces. - Documentation The solution is accompanied with adequate documentation to permit the system administrator understand the software logic and flow sequences for each of the defined functions. - Services and Support The solution is expected to be able to achieve 99% uptime / availability. ### The vendor shall provide service management framework - Pricing structure and Contractual terms Provide pricing structures for both the software licences, future upgrades / iterations and support regimes and any professional services fees. - Roadmap A function and feature roadmap outlining the planned developments and the expected availability. Read full description ## CPV classification Postal and telecommunications services Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-05e404-2025-11-19T10:29:31Z [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-05e404-2025-11-19T10:29:31Z) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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