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04 Aug 2026 at 10:09

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "CA18312 - Trafford & Stockport College Group MIS Services" has been concluded with the award stage. The contracting authority, Trafford College, located in Manchester, has completed a direct award procurement for software package suites, classified under CPV code 48422000. The direct award, valued at £471,350.10, was granted to Advanced Business Solutions. The contract spans from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2029, targeting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with delivery to locations including the United Kingdom and its territories.

This tender creates opportunities for businesses offering comprehensive Management Information System (MIS) services, particularly those specialising in educational software solutions. Companies with a strong background in software development and integration for educational institutions, especially small to medium-sized enterprises, would be well-suited to manage and deliver on such contracts. Advanced Business Solutions’ successful award underlines the potential for growth in collaborating with educational groups like Trafford & Stockport College Group, presenting a valuable entry point for SMEs seeking to expand their client base within the public sector.

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Notice Title

CA18312 - Trafford & Stockport College Group MIS Services

Notice Description

Trafford & Stockport College Group - MIS Services To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18312. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18312 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-32aa5370-6569-45de-8102-e32f2d68027d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1daf5426-4669-445d-998a-a0e129bdde8b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48422000 - Software package suites

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£471,350 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£471,350 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Aug 20262 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

ADVANCED BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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