Summary of the contracting process

South Hampshire College Group has completed the procurement process for a new cloud-based finance system solution, awarding the contract to Ion Industries. This procurement falls under the financial analysis and accounting software package category (CPV code: 48440000). The process utilized an open procedure, starting with expressions of interest accepted until 7th February 2025, and with a tender submission deadline of 28th February 2025. The contract period is set from 1st November 2025 to 31st October 2030. The total contract value is £161,259.56, and the project will cover a broad geographic area, including the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and globally.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specializing in financial and accounting software solutions to expand their portfolio by competing for similar contracts. It emphasises the need for robust, cloud-based finance systems, making it ideal for software providers experienced in this industry. Such projects can significantly contribute to business growth by securing long-term contracts and gaining visibility in the public procurement market. Businesses with a focus on innovative financial technology and a proven track record in delivering comprehensive accounting solutions will be well-suited to similar opportunities.

Award

SHCG Finance System - AWARD

SOUTH HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE GROUP - E-TENDERING SYSTEM

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

18th March 2025 15:03:18 PM
Contract Summary

SHCG are currently out to tender for the provision a cloud based finance system solution. Suppliers that would like to take part in this tender process are invited to 'Express Interest' upon which the will be given access to the full tender documentation delivery through this e-tendering system. When the tender documents have been made available involved suppliers will receive notification via email and the tender documents can be accessed from the 'My Tenders' area of this website and selecting the 'View Details' button of this project. Expressions of interest will only be accepted until 7th February 2025 and the deadline for submissions of the tender will be 28th February 2025 Please allow sufficient time to make your return as late returns will not be permitted. Any questions relating to this tender should be made via correspondence on the website and can be addressed to the main contact as shown in the details above. It is not expected that this contract exceeds the FTS threshold. Tenders returned above this limit will be automatically rejected.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-2c068191-8c1a-4bf0-8239-c27d0b97b7ac

Publication Source

Contracts Finder

Procurement Stage

Award

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

48440000
48443000
48444000

CPV Division(s)

48 - Software package and information systems
Awarding Authority

SOUTH HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE GROUP - E-TENDERING SYSTEM

Buyer Name

JocelynLenn

Buyer Email

Jocelyn.Lenn@shcg.ac.uk

Buyer Phone

01329815200

Buyer Address

Bishopsfield Road, Fareham

Hampshire

PO141NH

United Kingdom
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

ION INDUSTRIES

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SHCG Finance System - AWARD

SOUTH HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE GROUP - E-TENDERING SYSTEM

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Awarded Supplier(s)