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CA16049 - Invitation to Tender ("ITT") for the provision of Applicant Tracking System Software ("ATS")

NEW COLLEGE SWINDON

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AwardUpdate

26 Aug 2025 at 09:15

Tender

16 Jun 2025 at 17:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by New College Swindon involved an open tender for the provision of an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) software. The tender, identified as CA16049, falls under the industry category of "Time accounting or human resources software package". The process was initiated with a tender status on 16th June 2025 and completed on 26th August 2025. Located primarily in Swindon, England, the procurement also considers broader delivery zones such as the Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and worldwide. The key contractual period was set from 27th August 2025 to 28th August 2028, with the tender bidding closing on 14th July 2025. The procurement method adopted was an 'open procedure', allowing broad participation.

This tender presented a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those involved in software supply and human resources systems, to expand their market presence. With a focus on enhancing the recruitment experience for New College Swindon, suppliers with robust capabilities in developing user-friendly software will find this contract particularly suited to their expertise. The awarding of the contract to Talos360, valued at £63,390, exemplifies a profitable venture for SMEs eligible to participate due to the tender's compatibility with such enterprises. Companies in the software development and IT solutions space, especially those specialising in educational or business software packages, would have been well-positioned to benefit from such opportunities.

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Notice Title

CA16049 - Invitation to Tender ("ITT") for the provision of Applicant Tracking System Software ("ATS")

Notice Description

NCS is seeking a user-friendly Applicant Tracking System (ATS) that will enhance the recruitment experience for both applicants and internal College users. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16049. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16049 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cba75584-3738-40da-a355-91f2c52d37e4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf841d93-ef78-403d-a688-b7e7a4428b86
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48100000 - Industry specific software package

48190000 - Educational software package

48219300 - Administration software package

48400000 - Business transaction and personal business software package

48430000 - Inventory management software package

48450000 - Time accounting or human resources software package

72268000 - Software supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£63,390 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
26 Aug 2025 - 28 Aug 2028 3-4 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
NEW COLLEGE SWINDON
Contact Name
Lucia Mihok
Contact Email
support@multiquote.com
Contact Phone
0151 482 9230

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN3 1AH
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
Walcot and Park North
Westminster Constituency
Swindon South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TALOS360

Further Information

Notice Documents

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