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CA18208 - Financial Software

CITY OF BRISTOL COLLEGE

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09 Jul 2026 at 14:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City of Bristol College is conducting an open procurement procedure to acquire a new financial software solution, as outlined under tender CA18208, with the procurement status currently at the tender stage. This opportunity is open to suppliers offering software implementation services and financial systems software packages. The contract, valued at £970,000, anticipates the installation and continuous support of the new system across diverse locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The procurement aligns with the industry category for software implementation services (CPV code 72263000) and financial systems software package (CPV code 48442000). The deadline to submit proposals is 3rd August 2026 at 16:00 BST, with the contract period expected to run from 1st January 2027 to 31st December 2032. The procurement facilitates business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), given the College's interest in engaging such suppliers.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses within the software development and IT services sectors, especially those specialising in financial software solutions and possessing capabilities in software deployment, training, and technical support. With the contract’s substantial value and scope, companies with a track record in delivering comprehensive software solutions tailored to educational institutions may find this project particularly beneficial. SMEs that are well-versed in providing scalable financial systems and have experience in navigating complex organisational environments will be well-suited to compete for and potentially secure this business opportunity with the City of Bristol College.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA18208 - Financial Software

Notice Description

City of Bristol College is seeking a supplier to provide and install a new financial software solution within the College. The services will include: * Provision of new software - all licences etc for the software. * Installation of the new software, including training to College staff. * Ongoing support for the software, including routine maintenance, updates, fixes, development and advice. Estimated costs from our pre-market engagement over the past 12 months has indicated a wide range of potential costs. We have allowed for the upper possibility in the valuation of the contract, though price will be evaluated diligently through the process. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18208. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18208 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c7ee815-4e69-40fa-b558-8a5aaf753e63
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender 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

48442000 - Financial systems software package

72263000 - Software implementation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£970,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2032 Over 5 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
CITY OF BRISTOL COLLEGE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5UA
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Hotwells and Harbourside
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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