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Apprentice LMS

H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS

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Summary of the contracting process

H M Revenue & Customs, based in London, has completed the procurement process for an educational software package designed as a Learner Management System (LMS) for apprentices. The procurement was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract was awarded to Aptem Ltd, a large supplier, with an active status and a value of £315,000. The contract period started on 18 December 2025 and is set to end on 17 December 2027, with deliveries limited to the United Kingdom. Although the tender period ended on 21 November 2025, the award was announced on 26 February 2026, following the awarding date of 5 February 2026.

This procurement presents opportunities particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the services industry. Companies specialising in educational technology and software development could find growth potential in similar tenders. While Aptem Ltd, a large-scale company, secured this contract, the suitability criteria indicate a preference towards SMEs. Engaging in framework agreements and participating in selective procurement methods could be key strategies for businesses aiming to compete for future opportunities in public procurement contracts of this nature.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Apprentice LMS

Notice Description

Learner management system for apprentices

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a60e72a8-3d49-4e42-8bb9-19926f9c5374
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37b4ed81-5e55-465e-b2ff-1e3eab4a589e
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48190000 - Educational software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£315,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£315,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
18 Dec 2025 - 17 Dec 2027 1-2 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
H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SS99 1AA
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southend-on-Sea
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Southend East and Rochford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

APTEM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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