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School Budgeting Software System

LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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13 Mar 2025 at 10:32

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Summary of the contracting process

Lincolnshire County Council has recently completed the procurement process for a "School Budgeting Software System," aimed at financial planning and forecasting for maintained schools and local authorities. This contract falls under the IT services category and covers consulting, software development, internet, and support services. Located in England, the procurement method used was a direct award, with the tender process concluding on 10th March 2025. The contract is set to commence on 1st April 2025 and will end on 31st March 2028. Key parties involved include Lincolnshire County Council as the buyer and School Business Services Ltd as the supplier. The award, valued at £1,502,000, was published on 13th March 2025, indicating an active status.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in IT services, particularly those capable of providing robust software solutions and consulting for the education sector. SMEs and VCSE organisations are well-suited to compete for similar future contracts, given their adaptability and innovative approaches. Engaging in this procurement process can foster business growth, expand market reach, and enhance reputation by partnering with local authorities and educational institutions. The direct award method indicates a streamlined selection process, making it an attractive proposition for businesses with proven expertise in financial planning systems. Businesses looking for growth should consider aligning their services with local government and education sector needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

School Budgeting Software System

Notice Description

Financial Planner and forecasting for maintained schools and local Authorities

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b74af45f-5681-4079-ab0b-7873a1b498c2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d481af5c-8e61-4708-a7cb-30249ac20306
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£1,502,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 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
LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN1 1YL
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
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
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Carholme
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SCHOOL BUSINESS SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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