Tender

UK_250 - Event Registration and Management Platform

BRITISH COUNCIL

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Tender

07 Feb 2025 at 11:42

Summary of the contracting process

The British Council has launched a procurement process for an "Event Registration and Management Platform" under the title "UK_250". Classified under "Software package and information systems" (CPV code 48000000) and additional classification "Event services" (CPV code 79952000), this project aims to support global event management needs with features including bespoke reporting, post-event data analysis, various payment integrations, and multilingual capabilities. Located in Manchester, UK, and serving a global context, the tender is at the "Tender" stage, with an open procedure procurement method. The key deadlines include the tender period ending on 11 February 2025, and the contract period starting on 16 July 2025 until 17 July 2026. The estimated contract value ranges from £25,000 to £100,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in software development, particularly those with experience in event management solutions. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the project requires adaptable platforms capable of handling complex user management and global event delivery. Companies with a focus on integrating various payment methods and providing multi-language support will find this contract particularly suitable. By securing this contract, businesses can leverage the platform to enhance their offerings, expand their market reach internationally, and establish a partnership with the British Council, a reputable and globally recognised institution.

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Notice Title

UK_250 - Event Registration and Management Platform

Notice Description

We are looking for an event registration management platform that can support the creation of multiple events online with essential features such as bespoke reporting, post-event data analysis, and the ability to offer pricing and discounts. The platform must integrate with our in-house payment system to facilitate various payment methods, including online payments and offer offline payment methods such as bank transfers, via the registration platform itself. Additionally, user management capabilities are crucial, enabling us to create custom roles and permissions, as well as event access groups, as we operate globally and deliver registration journeys for diverse events and products. Given our global reach, the ability to offer translations for all events is key. Additional information: If you are interested in expressing an interest and/or bidding for this project, please go to https://tap.tcsapps.com/tap2/#/bc-supplier-registration . You may then have to register your company before you can express an interest for this project and get access the documents.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20c801fa-e4a6-4502-9fa0-0ec29c596008
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jul 2025 - 17 Jul 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Aung Thein
Contact Email
aung.thein@britishcouncil.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6BB
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

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