Tender

Corvus Learning Trust ~ IT & Network Support Services Tender

CORVUS LEARNING TRUST

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Tender

30 May 2025 at 13:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Corvus Learning Trust has initiated a tender for IT & Network Support Services aimed at enhancing the existing IT infrastructure in its educational institutions located in Berkshire, United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, utilising an open and competitive flexible procedure. Prospective suppliers must meet specific conditions of participation, including the submission of a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement. Key dates include the enquiry period closing on 1st August 2025, the tender submission deadline on 24th October 2025, and the award decision expected by 15th December 2025. The contract envisaged under this process is valued at £875,000 and falls within the computer network services category.

This tender presents an exceptional opportunity for businesses specialising in IT network management and support, particularly those with a robust background in educational settings. SMEs have been identified as suitable candidates, given the competitive nature of the tender, where quality assurance accounts for 70% and price 30% of the evaluation criteria. Firms capable of contributing proactive IT solutions and strategic enhancements aligned with the Trust’s growth objectives will find this an advantageous venture for expanding their footprint within the academic sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Corvus Learning Trust ~ IT & Network Support Services Tender

Notice Description

The Trust is looking for an IT service partner that can not only manage and support the IT network, both currently and in the future, but that also add value through proactive recommendations and enhancements that will support Corvus Learning Trust's strategy and growth. The aim is to support and enhance the current IT provision in schools, both for academic and administrative purposes. Proven expertise in the proactive development of IT Systems in an Educational Environment is essential. See SQ Document for more information. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://litmustms.co.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Berkshire:-Computer-network-services./2987DWGYE9 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/2987DWGYE9

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0529cf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028816-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72700000 - Computer network services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£875,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£875,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 May 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CORVUS LEARNING TRUST
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@litmuspartnership.co.uk
Contact Phone
01276 673896

Buyer Location

Locality
BERKSHIRE
Postcode
GU47 0SD
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ15 Berkshire East
Delivery Location
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Local Authority
Bracknell Forest
Electoral Ward
Owlsmoor & College Town
Westminster Constituency
Bracknell

Further Information

Notice Documents

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