Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13d02-1b69-7339-9228-73f1283003ec/early-market-engagement-webinar-and-rfi-generic-identity-verification-service pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Early Market Engagement Webinar and RFI - Generic Identity Verification Service (GIDV) [Home Office](https://tendernation.io/buyers/home-office) Estimated value Not stated Published 10 Oct 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 Home Office Supplier Engagement - Market Engagement Generic Identity Verification Service (GIDV) Service Re-procurement The Home Office is preparing to reprocure its General Identity Verification Solution (GIDV), a critical service supporting passport chip verification and facial matching for individuals requiring identity verification for UK entry or residency. The new tender is expected to be launched in 2026. To ensure the future procurement is well-informed and attractive to the market, we are conducting early market engagement and inviting suppliers to participate in a Webinar and complete a Request for Information (RFI) questionnaire. This is an opportunity for suppliers with relevant capabilities in biometric identity verification, facial recognition, chip reading, liveness detection, and secure integration with government systems to help shape the future of this essential service. ### Webinar Details - Date: Thursday, 31st October 2025 - Time: 10:00 AM (UK time) - Location: Microsoft Teams - Registration Link: Copy the URL below or click on attachment 1 URL: [events.teams.microsoft.com](https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/f92fe047-b791-465b-a03f-20a959ab0e5f@f24d93ec-b291-4192-a08a-f182245945c2) to register for the Webinar by Wednesday 30th October 17:00 (UK time) ### Next Steps for Suppliers - Register and attend the Webinar to learn more about the GIDV programme and procurement plans. - Download and complete the RFI questionnaire post Webinar, which includes questions on your organisation's capabilities, financials, technology readiness, and service delivery models. - Submit your completed RFI response via the JAGGAER eSourcing portal. The RFI will help the Home Office understand market capabilities, assess supplier interest, and refine the procurement strategy. Your input will be instrumental in shaping the requirements and ensuring the competition is accessible and commercially viable ### Procurement Overview - Estimated Contract Value: Up to £125 million - Expected Contract Term: 5 years + 1 year + 1 year - Route to Market: Competitive Flexible Procedure - Fingerprint self-enrolment may be explored via pilot or proof-of-concept during the contract term. ### Important Notes - Participation in this market engagement is voluntary and non-evaluative. - Responses will not be scored or used in any future tender evaluation. - All information shared will be managed in accordance with FOIA and confidentiality principles outlined in the RFI. - The Home Office will not be liable for any costs incurred in completing and submitting this voluntary questionnaire Help shape the future of identity verification in UK immigration. We look forward to your participation. Read full description ## CPV classification Biometric sensors Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/419eb723-c27d-483d-91a4-df17efef7e3a) 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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