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AT1900 - Financial Management System

LUTON COUNCIL

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03 Jul 2026 at 12:40

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Summary of the contracting process

Luton Council recently completed the procurement process for a Financial Management System, with the award given to Civica UK Limited. The contract pertains to the software package and information systems industry, classified under the CPV code 48000000. This direct award contract was finalised on 30 June 2026, with an active status, with the formal start of the contract scheduled on 1 November 2026, extending until 31 October 2028. The contract value stands at £1,347,825. The procurement process involved a direct award method to ensure service continuity while the council evaluates long-term solutions for its financial management systems. The procurement stage is marked as "complete", with the location of the service delivery being in England, United Kingdom.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in software solutions and financial management systems to demonstrate their expertise in a public sector setting. Though the current award was made directly, similar tenders may arise in the future, offering potential for small to medium enterprises, as well as larger firms, to compete for upcoming contracts. Businesses with skills in integrating and future-proofing information systems could develop strategic partnerships with councils looking to enhance their financial management frameworks. Leveraging such opportunities can lead to substantial growth within the public sector procurement landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AT1900 - Financial Management System

Notice Description

In 2025, the Corporate Finance team led a service improvement programme which identified the need to review the approach to managing finance within the Authority. A recommendation was made to review the market with a view to future proofing the strategic alignment of the solutions the Council uses. Discovery and research activities are due to commence with specialist consultancy. In the meantime, Luton has a risk preventative need to be supported by the existing supplier whilst the sourcing, implementation and onboarding activities are underway. Additional information: Contract Term is 2+1+1+1

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5f517a09-7803-430c-8acb-608f5a9b9572
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abf5f26b-4ec6-4446-ac27-0004609eb3cd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,347,825 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,347,825 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CIVICA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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