Tender

CA17366 - The Blue Kite Academy Trust - Contract for an ICT Managed Service

THE BLUE KITE ACADEMY TRUST

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Tender

19 Mar 2026 at 17:30

Summary of the contracting process

The Blue Kite Academy Trust, based in Swindon, England, is inviting tenders for a contract to provide an ICT Managed Service, beginning on 1st October 2026. This procurement is categorised under IT services, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support (CPV code: 72000000). The opportunity has been issued under an open procedure, allowing unrestricted access to interested parties. The tender phase is currently active, with a closing date set for 14th April 2026 at 12:00 (BST). The services will be delivered across multiple locations, including British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and worldwide.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT consulting and support services. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, given the suitability criteria highlighting SME participation. The contract duration spans from October 2026 to September 2029, offering a robust foundation for long-term engagement. Companies focusing on managed ICT solutions and with a capability to provide holistic service coverage would find this procurement particularly advantageous for expanding their operations into diverse geographic markets.

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Notice Title

CA17366 - The Blue Kite Academy Trust - Contract for an ICT Managed Service

Notice Description

The Blue Kite Academy Trust - Contract for an ICT Managed Service, commencing 1st October 2026 To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17366. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17366 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f5bae35-5743-46ab-b042-c9f5d0de6dd4
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
14 Apr 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 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
THE BLUE KITE ACADEMY TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1NX
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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