Tender

CA17619 - Finance System software including installation and ongoing support & maintenance

PRESTON COLLEGE

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Tender

17 Apr 2026 at 12:24

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Preston College focuses on acquiring Finance System software, including installation and ongoing support and maintenance. This tender is currently in the "Tender" stage, with the opportunity having been published on 17 April 2026. Businesses interested in participating should note that submissions are due by 22 May 2026. The procurement method is open, allowing broad participation. The Finance System software falls under the "Accounting system" category and is relevant for goods procurement. The project is scheduled to commence on 1 August 2026 and will conclude by 31 July 2031. The delivery location is quite expansive, covering various regions including the United Kingdom, Isle of Man, Channel Islands, and up to international destinations.

This tender presents businesses with excellent growth opportunities, particularly those involved in software development, installation, and maintenance services within the accounting systems field. The open procurement procedure allows small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to compete effectively, although it is not aimed at VCSE (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises). Suppliers who can offer robust solutions for finance systems and deliver effectively within the stated regions could find substantial business growth. Enterprises specialising in IT solutions and support services would be well-suited to bid for this contract, given its long-term engagement and wide delivery scope.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA17619 - Finance System software including installation and ongoing support & maintenance

Notice Description

Finance System software including installation and ongoing support & maintenance .. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17619. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17619 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/feec9b31-644f-4d6e-ba15-1273578fd15e
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
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

CPV Codes

48444000 - Accounting system

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2031 Over 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
PRESTON COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR2 9UR
Post Town
Preston
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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