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Card Acquiring Services - University of Edinburgh

University of Edinburgh

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09 Nov 2021 at 14:34

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh is conducting a procurement process for Card Acquiring Services as part of its initiative aimed at facilitating all card-based payments, including tuition fees and accommodation rents. This tender, classified under the banking services category, is currently in the active phase and is expected to conclude with submissions due by 14th January 2022. The open procedure facilitates a broader participation, allowing multiple suppliers to submit their proposals, while the contract period is set for a duration of 1080 days with provisions for extensions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in financial services and payment solutions, particularly those capable of providing innovative and efficient card acquiring arrangements. Suppliers with experience in managing card processing for educational institutions, alongside compliance with regulatory standards set by the Financial Conduct Authority, are well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, businesses that can demonstrate sound economic standing and possess the necessary insurance cover will be in strong contention to establish a partnership with the University, potentially expanding their reach within the higher education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Card Acquiring Services - University of Edinburgh

Notice Description

Card Acquiring Services/Merchant Acquiring Services required to facilitate all card based payments to the University including but not limited to tuition fees and student accommodation rent

Lot Information

Lot 1

This tender is for the provision of Card Acquiring Services for processing, authorisation and settlement of the University's debit and credit transactions via all payment channels including customer present (Chip and PIN/contactless payments), customer not present (Mail Order / Telephone Order) and online (e-commerce). The University is seeking to develop efficient and cost-effective card acquiring service arrangements which will be capable of meeting and navigating future market and technological changes, and which will meet, and often exceed, user expectations. It is looking for a relationship with an organisation which it can be confident will fulfil all the University's current and future requirements. It is important that any potential acquiring partner can add value through an effective dedicated corporate support team backed up by a proactive and responsive education sector specialist Relationship Manager.

Renewal: There is option to extend for an additional 2 + 1 + 1 year periods (an additional 18 months refund service if/when needed is expected at the end of any contract duration as a minimum requirement).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02f510
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028067-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

CPV Codes

66110000 - Banking services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
in between 3 and 7 years time

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Edinburgh
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

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