CA17285 - Trafford and Stockport College Group Finance System

TRAFFORD COLLEGE

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Award

22 Jun 2026 at 10:21

Summary of the contracting process

The Trafford College has completed an open procurement process titled "Trafford and Stockport College Group Finance System" for acquiring software support services, classified under CPV code 72261000. The procurement, which followed an open procedure, was in the award stage as of June 2026. The awarded contract, signed with iplicit Limited, will commence on 1st August 2026 and end on 31st July 2029, with a total value of £129,433. Delivery locations include various regions, such as the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories. This procurement is suitable for SMEs, focusing on enhancing Trafford College's finance systems.

The tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for software providers specialised in finance systems for educational institutions. Businesses experienced in offering comprehensive software support services can benefit from such contracts, given the international delivery potential across diverse regions like Europe and the Channel Islands. The contract's extended duration allows businesses to establish a lasting relationship with Trafford College, enhancing their portfolio in the educational sector. Such opportunities are ideal for SMEs looking to expand their presence in public sector contracts within the UK.

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Notice Title

CA17285 - Trafford and Stockport College Group Finance System

Notice Description

Trafford and Stockport College Group - Finance System To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17285. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17285 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-32607643-8ae9-44b1-9454-6cface45b429
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3fce2d16-4f50-469f-878f-b32e1f5f9124
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award 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

72261000 - Software support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£129,433 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jun 20265 days ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
WA14 5PQ
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Broadheath
Westminster Constituency
Altrincham and Sale West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IPLICIT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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