Tender

CA16812 - Point-Of-Sale Systems (Catering)

UNIVERSITY CENTRE SOMERSET COLLEGE GROUP

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Tender

27 Nov 2025 at 15:36

Summary of the contracting process

The University Centre Somerset College Group is currently in the tender stage of procuring a point-of-sale solution, aimed at enhancing catering services across four colleges. This process, titled "CA16812 - Point-Of-Sale Systems (Catering)," falls under the industry category of point-of-sale software development services. With an open procurement method, interested parties should consider the active tender, set to close on 8th January 2026. The contract period is planned from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2030, providing a substantial timeframe for implementation and service delivery. The tender is open to suppliers across multiple regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and the rest of the world, underlying its expansive reach.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in point-of-sale technologies and associated services, particularly those capable of catering solutions in educational institutions. With a focus on services, this project is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking growth through a noteworthy project with the educational sector. Successful bidders will have the opportunity to showcase their ability to deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet the College Group's requirements, potentially enhancing their market reputation and opening doors to future educational contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA16812 - Point-Of-Sale Systems (Catering)

Notice Description

UCS College Group are seeking a supplier to provide a point-of-sale solution, including hardware to be implemented across 4 Colleges. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16812. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16812 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-31c0b32f-99bc-401e-89b8-3e933613618f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e71ce4df-3772-49a3-b69b-5c39e96082b7
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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72212110 - Point of sale (POS) software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY CENTRE SOMERSET COLLEGE GROUP
Contact Name
Kirsty Ingle
Contact Email
support@multiquote.com
Contact Phone
0151 482 9230

Buyer Location

Locality
SOMERSET
Postcode
TA6 4PZ
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bridgwater North & Central
Westminster Constituency
Bridgwater

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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