Software Development — Public Procurement
Software development is a central component of public-sector IT procurement. Authorities and public institutions commission the development of bespoke business applications, web applications and mobile apps. The spectrum ranges from small customisation projects to multi-year development programmes using agile methods and with demanding requirements for accessibility and IT security.
Typical tenders in the software development sector
- Development of a web-based business application for a federal authority
- Framework agreement for agile software development and DevOps services
- Further development and maintenance of an existing Java-based business application
- Development of an accessible citizen app for municipal services
- Building a microservice architecture for digital public administration
- Development and operation of an open-source-based platform
Relevant CPV codes
- 72230000 — Custom software development services
- 72210000 — Programming services of packaged software products
- 72240000 — Systems analysis and programming services
- 72200000 — Software programming and consultancy services
- 72260000 — Software-related services
Challenges in tender discovery
Labels for software development services vary considerably: "software development", "application development", "app development", "programming services" or "IT development services" often describe comparable work. Technology-specific requirements (Java, .NET, Python) frequently appear only in the tender documents and not in the title.
In addition, development services are often awarded as part of comprehensive framework agreements that bundle consulting, development and operations into a single procurement. The relevant lots must be specifically identified.
How BOND helps with software development tenders
- AI-powered search identifies development projects regardless of label and technology
- Automatic notifications keep you informed about new software projects matching your technology profile
- CPV code matching covers all relevant development and programming codes
- Lot analysis identifies development lots within complex IT framework agreements
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