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Tender

04 Aug 2026 at 15:30

Summary of the contracting process

Tyne Coast College has initiated a public procurement process for the provision of HR & Payroll Software and Managed Payroll Services. The tender, titled “CA18298 - HR & Payroll Software & Managed Payroll Services - Tyne Coast College”, is currently in the tender stage with an open procedure. It falls under the services category, specifically targeting time accounting or human resources software packages and payroll management services. The process is set in South Shields, England but invites participation from entities across British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and beyond. Valued at £571,666, the tender period concludes on 1st September 2026, with the contract commencing on 1st January 2027 and extending until 31st March 2032. This presents a significant opportunity for SMEs, with a focus on service delivery excellence. Interested parties should ensure they engage by the stated deadlines by accessing registration through the provided MultiQuote portal.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in HR and payroll services. Businesses that can deliver robust and innovative software solutions, along with efficient managed payroll services, should find themselves well-positioned to bid. The open procurement method ensures a fair and transparent process, potentially encouraging competitive pricing and service quality. SMEs are encouraged to participate, highlighting the college's commitment to engaging agile and adaptive partners capable of meeting the demanding needs of higher education institutions. The broad geographical scope of service delivery enhances the potential for diverse market expansion and cross-territorial business development.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CA18298 - HR & Payroll Software & Managed Payroll Services - Tyne Coast College

Notice Description

Tyne Coast College are looking to appoint a single supplier for their HR & Payroll Software & Managed Payroll Services. Full details are provided in the tender documentation. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18298. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18298 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0e062f9d-d6cb-4762-b06a-b0f8178e3b9d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee7fdfed-45a1-45a4-9a9a-77f081bf1cdf
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

48450000 - Time accounting or human resources software package

79211110 - Payroll management services

79631000 - Personnel and payroll services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£571,666 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Mar 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TYNE COAST COLLEGE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTH SHIELDS
Postcode
NE34 6ET
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Westoe
Westminster Constituency
South Shields

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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