Free webinar
Preparing for TePAS 3
TePAS 3 (RM6398) is Government Commercial Agency (GCA)’s next framework for technology products and associated services, now estimated at £20bn excluding VAT. The tender is expected by 31st January 2027, so the time to prepare is now.
- Monday 7 December 2026
- 11:00 to 11:45 GMT
- Online, free, recording available afterwards
Register your place
Free to attend. The recording will be shared with all registrants.
What you will learn
What we will cover
Where TePAS 3 stands right now
GCA’s valuation has doubled to £20bn, and its preliminary market engagement notice puts the tender at 31st January 2027 at the latest. We’ll cover what’s confirmed, what’s still proposed, and what came out of GCA’s supplier briefings on 24th November and 2nd December.
What the requirements are likely to be
GCA has told suppliers to work from TePAS 2’s requirements until the tender documents say otherwise. We’ll cover what those asked for, including Cyber Essentials, ISO certifications and a Carbon Reduction Plan, how long each takes, and how to check where you stand.
How to build a competitive application
Meeting the minimum requirements gets your bid scored. We’ll cover what separates a strong submission from a weak one, and where suppliers most commonly lose marks.
Why timing matters
TePAS 3 will have one application window. We’ll cover why certifications and evidence take longer than people expect, and why waiting for the tender documents is already later than it looks.
Your hosts
Meet the speakers
Chris Farthing
CEO and Founder, Advice Cloud
Chris started Advice Cloud in 2013 after working as a public and private sector procurement executive, and realising that the suppliers who needed frameworks most were often the ones least equipped to navigate them. His driving purpose hasn't changed since day one: removing the barriers that stop good technology businesses from selling to the public sector.
Christina Smart
Campaign & Content Manager, Advice Cloud
With a background in psychology, Christina leads the campaigns and content strategy that helps tech suppliers understand and navigate the public sector procurement landscape. She translates complex framework processes into clear, useful content. On the day, she'll be keeping things moving and making sure your questions get answered.
Session agenda
How the time is spent
You won't be able to get personalised advice during the session if your question is more niche, so if there's something you need help with, we suggest booking a call with us here sooner rather than later.
11:00
Welcome and introductions
A quick welcome, a short poll to see who's in the room, and what we'll cover.
11:05
What we know about TePAS 3 so far
Chris covers the market engagement notice, the £20bn value and term, the Lots under review and what GCA told suppliers in its briefings.
11:12
What TePAS 2 asked for
The conditions of participation to prepare against, and how to check where you already stand.
11:20
Getting application-ready
The 8 steps to getting listed, a practical prep list, and a short look at how Advice Cloud’s Framework Triage and listing support can help.
11:30
Live Q&A
Your TePAS 3 questions answered by Chris. Bring your specific challenges and get practical advice you can act on before the tender opens.
11:42
Wrap up and next steps
Key takeaways and how Advice Cloud can support your TePAS 3 application.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is this webinar for?
Technology suppliers selling, or planning to sell, hardware, software and associated services into the UK public sector. Whether you’re on TePAS 2 already or new to frameworks, you’ll leave with a clear picture of what’s involved.
Do I need to be on TePAS 2 to apply for TePAS 3?
No. TePAS 2 suppliers aren’t carried across automatically, so every supplier has to bid and qualify.
Will the tender documents be out by then?
No, GCA expects to publish the tender notice by 31st January 2027, so the session draws on its market engagement notice and TePAS 2’s requirements. We’ll be clear about what’s confirmed and what isn’t.
Will there be a recording?
Yes. All registrants will receive the recording after the session, whether you attend live or not. We’d recommend joining live if you can, as the Q&A is your chance to put your questions directly to our team. If you can’t be there, ask your question beforehand using the comment box in the registration form above.
How long is the session?
45 minutes: 11:00am-11:45am GMT on Monday 7th December.
Is it free?
Completely free, no obligation. We run these sessions because we believe better-informed suppliers lead to better outcomes for the public sector.