Tender

Traded Services Platform

MILTON KEYNES COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderAmendment

28 Oct 2021 at 12:03

Tender Notice
Tender

28 Oct 2021 at 12:02

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Milton Keynes Council is currently seeking suppliers for the provision of a "Traded Services Platform," aimed at enhancing its online management of education-related services for schools. This open procurement process is classified under the software package and information systems category, with the submission deadline set for 17th November 2021. The successful contract will begin on 1st December 2021 and last until 30th November 2024, with responses required through their e-Tendering portal. Interested businesses can get more details by reaching out to Ruth Holt at the council.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in integrated software solutions, to expand their market presence by partnering with a local authority. Companies that are small to medium enterprises (SMEs) have a distinct advantage in this competitive tender, as the council is interested in innovative and user-friendly platforms that can deliver comprehensive functionalities. Those with expertise in developing online systems for educational services, customer journeys, and financial management will find this procurement particularly relevant.

Find more tenders on our Open Data Platform.
How relevant is this notice?

D3 Tenders Premium

Win More Public Sector Contracts

AI-powered tender discovery, pipeline management, and market intelligence — everything you need to grow your public sector business.

Start Free Trial Book a Demo
All Features Pricing

Notice Information

Notice Title

Traded Services Platform

Notice Description

To facilitate the management of its growing traded service offer to schools, Milton Keynes Council (MKC) is seeking responses from suppliers who can deliver an integrated online solution. The requirement is for a system that can deliver the functionality detailed below from day one. In brief, the preferred package will offer: o An MKC - branded information and marketing web presence for education-related traded services o A 'shop front' that promotes our traded services packages in an attractive manner o A logical and intuitive 'journey' to customers - with the ability to search, select, purchase, book onto, enquire about courses/services o Training and development records for users o A course feedback/evaluation tool o Comprehensive administrative and reporting functionality o The ability to produce promotional material for courses and services o Invoicing management and financial reporting capability o Ability to provide personalised certificates o Links to other sites (such as NGA Learning Link) Additional information: For any suppliers interested in this opportunity please visit our e-Tendering portal - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/milton-keynes/ Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-de8665d1-a720-46b5-93d5-c5c6342cdf3d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2a610cb-c6ca-4a84-ac25-d53b14d0425a
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MILTON KEYNES COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK9 3EJ
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Central Milton Keynes
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

Download

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts. 

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-b5fd17-de8665d1-a720-46b5-93d5-c5c6342cdf3d-2021-10-28T13:03:03+01:00",
    "date": "2021-10-28T13:03:03+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-b5fd17-de8665d1-a720-46b5-93d5-c5c6342cdf3d",
    "language": "en",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "tender": {
        "id": "2021-150",
        "title": "Traded Services Platform",
        "description": "To facilitate the management of its growing traded service offer to schools, Milton Keynes Council (MKC) is seeking responses from suppliers who can deliver an integrated online solution. The requirement is for a system that can deliver the functionality detailed below from day one. In brief, the preferred package will offer: o An MKC - branded information and marketing web presence for education-related traded services o A 'shop front' that promotes our traded services packages in an attractive manner o A logical and intuitive 'journey' to customers - with the ability to search, select, purchase, book onto, enquire about courses/services o Training and development records for users o A course feedback/evaluation tool o Comprehensive administrative and reporting functionality o The ability to produce promotional material for courses and services o Invoicing management and financial reporting capability o Ability to provide personalised certificates o Links to other sites (such as NGA Learning Link) Additional information: For any suppliers interested in this opportunity please visit our e-Tendering portal - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/milton-keynes/ Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No",
        "datePublished": "2021-10-28T13:02:50+01:00",
        "status": "active",
        "classification": {
            "scheme": "CPV",
            "id": "48000000",
            "description": "Software package and information systems"
        },
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "postalCode": "MK9 3EJ"
                    },
                    {
                        "region": "South East",
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    },
                    {
                        "postalCode": "MK9 3EJ"
                    },
                    {
                        "region": "South East",
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    }
                ]
            }
        ],
        "procurementMethod": "open",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Open procedure (above threshold)",
        "tenderPeriod": {
            "endDate": "2021-11-17T12:00:00Z"
        },
        "contractPeriod": {
            "startDate": "2021-12-01T00:00:00Z",
            "endDate": "2024-11-30T23:59:59Z"
        },
        "suitability": {
            "sme": true,
            "vcse": false
        },
        "mainProcurementCategory": "services",
        "documents": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "documentType": "tenderNotice",
                "description": "Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder",
                "url": "https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2a610cb-c6ca-4a84-ac25-d53b14d0425a",
                "datePublished": "2021-10-28T13:02:50+01:00",
                "format": "text/html",
                "language": "en",
                "dateModified": "2021-10-28T13:03:03+01:00"
            },
            {
                "id": "2",
                "description": "Additional information on how to apply for this contract",
                "url": "https://in-tendhost.co.uk/milton-keynes/aspx/"
            }
        ]
    },
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-CFS-170554",
            "name": "Milton Keynes Council",
            "identifier": {
                "legalName": "Milton Keynes Council"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "1 Saxon Gate East, Silbury Boulevard",
                "locality": "Milton Keynes",
                "postalCode": "MK9 3EJ",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "name": "Ruth Holt",
                "email": "Ruth.Holt@milton-keynes.gov.uk",
                "telephone": "01908691691"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ]
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-CFS-170554",
        "name": "Milton Keynes Council"
    }
}