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GB-Manchester: ACE 716 DAC Business Central

THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND

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28 Apr 2026 at 12:40

Summary of the contracting process

The Arts Council of England, based in Manchester, has completed the procurement process titled "GB-Manchester: ACE 716 DAC Business Central," focusing on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Managed Services and Support under the computer support and consultancy services category. The procurement process concluded with an award on 21st April 2026, with the contract commencing on 16th May 2026 and extending until 15th May 2028. The services are to be delivered to multiple regions, including the United Kingdom and other international locations. Although the exact procurement method was not specified, the procurement was part of a tender initiation. The total contract value amounts to £80,605.60 GBP.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for large-scale businesses specialising in computer support and consultancy services, given the substantial contract value and the international delivery scope. Companies with expertise in managing and supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central could thrive, particularly those capable of offering robust managed services across diverse geographic regions as specified in this contract. As the procurement does not cater specifically to SMEs or VCSEs, larger enterprises with relevant technological capabilities and a proven track record are best positioned to compete and provide value to the Arts Council of England.

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Notice Title

GB-Manchester: ACE 716 DAC Business Central

Notice Description

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Managed Services and Support

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2ae77b1-14e9-4c52-b0f9-9c198cf854a0
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,605 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£80,605 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
15 May 2026 - 15 May 2028 2-3 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
THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 1FN
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TOTAL ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS T/A FORGOOD.TECH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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